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“Oleg Konovalov’s unique perspective challenges traditional notions of leadership by drawing lessons from the world around us. Through captivating stories and practical advice, Oleg shares his wealth of experience as an executive coach, offering a fresh and thought-provoking approach to leadership. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to enhance their leadership skills and uncover new perspectives on what it means to be an effective leader.”

“At the beginning of mankind, tribes read the signs from the earth and the sea and transformed them as learnings from nature for their survival.

In the 21st century, Oleg Konovalov – in his book ‘The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership’ – applies this technique of what the huge Atlantic Ocean and the fishing industry, as well as recreational fly fishing, teach us how to progress in our leadership styles of today.

It is hard-earned learnings from stormy weather, a tough working environment, together with salty seamen, but also from special places of solitude and relaxation followed by enlightening insights on modern leadership.

It is truly a continuous learning experience from everyday life and hardship at sea. Far away from schools, MBAs, and academia, but learning made from actions and reflections.

A must-read for those who believe in lifelong learning and growing big, from small insights, nature as a source is offering us!

The book brings me back to childhood and growing in Smaland, Sweden (redneck county), and moves me to the future, with new great insights for my individual leadership development. It is a book with glimmering happiness and written in a spiritual and jaunty way! Go for it!”

“In this engaging and lively book, renowned management thought leader Oleg Konovalov demonstrates how what some might look at as a leisure activity – fishing – can have a profound impact on our understanding of leadership and the new world of work.

Oleg’s approach to mastering management artfully blends soothing stories of serene river fishing with thrilling high-sea adventures. This captivating combination offers deep insights into the art of leadership.”

“Oleg Konovalov is a globally recognized Master in vision and visionary leadership and a professional fishing expert. In his ‘The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership’ book, he offers timeless wisdom for leaders at all levels. Oleg’s decades of experience facing the natural forces illuminate the path to becoming a great leader. His unique perspective offers readers a fresh and enlightening way to understand and enhance their leadership skills.

We are part of nature, we learn from nature, and nature makes us better. Oleg illustrates how the wisdom of nature can be harnessed to become a better leader and reminds us that nature is a source of inspiration and guidance. Whether you are an aspiring leader or a seasoned executive, this thought-provoking book offers invaluable practical lessons and tips that will resonate with anyone seeking to enhance their leadership skills and deepen their connection with nature.”

“In his new book, Oleg Konovalov teaches us that nature is the wisest leadership coach available and one that helps us to become better with every interaction. In a deceptively simple, and yet unmistakably profound approach, he shares with us life experiences and wisdom as if we were sitting around a campfire after a day of fishing. If you spend any time in nature, you’ll recall those moments when you catch a shadow of something from the corner of your eye, a momentary glimpse, and then it’s gone.

Oleg’s writing freezes the moment and helps us step back and observe. He shines a light on what is seen and experienced in a way that captures the moment and brings clarity. He helps us slip through the veil of what’s on the surface to see a glimpse of what’s beneath and within. But he doesn’t leave us simply observing. He offers an invitation to join in the journey of growth.

The book is about mindset and mastery, a valuable, pragmatic, and profoundly insightful observation of nature, self, and leadership. It reminds us that we are connected with everything and are all connected (more than we know). It invites us to step away from striving and toward receiving. With engaging story-telling, humor, and humble self-disclosure, Oleg shares lessons that lead us to discovery, wonder, and a new vision of the abundance around us. My greatest compliment is that the first two people with whom I’ll share this book are my son and daughter. Those who will shape the future of leadership need this book.”

“They say fishermen are some of the wisest people in the world. If so, The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership is a treasure trove of insights into true leadership. Oleg Konovalov distills his years of experience on the North Atlantic fishing trawlers and his passion for fly fishing into the book that unlocks secrets to leadership success. It is full of stories that make you think and may help you ‘land the big ones’ in your leadership journey.”

“A truly refreshing look at the nature of work, success, leadership, and life. Leadership, like fishing, requires patience, adaptability, courage, and connectedness to the environment. This is a must-read for leaders who seek to understand the undercurrents of human emotion and the power of our full being.”

“Dr. Oleg Konovalov takes his readers on a delightful journey, blending deep thinking and fishing trips. With captivating tales and thought-provoking reflections, he imparts timeless lessons on patience, wisdom, vision, resilience, decision-making, and deep learning. Through his enchanting storytelling, vivid imagery transports readers to the heart of each fishing trip, leaving them enriched with wisdom and grace to navigate life’s uncertainties. Dive into this world of fishing trips, where patience becomes bait and wisdom the ultimate “catch of the day” reward. Highly recommended.”

“The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership is a gem! In this book, Dr. Oleg Konovalov shares his wisdom about what we can learn from nature to become a better leader. Packed with thought-provoking stories and illuminating lessons, it challenges our thinking about how to adapt faster and grow through life’s storms. Living in an era of AI we can neglect our connection to nature. This book brings us back to how to be nature-wise and to tap the transformational lessons available in Konovalov’s many fishing trips. This is a compelling guide to leadership from one of the world’s wisest leadership experts.”

“Oleg Konovalov took an insightful approach by applying the lessons learned from his earlier fishing job and leadership characteristics. The book is full of real-life fishing examples and reflections on nature, people, and businesses. The book is fantastic by all measures; it is a streamlined reference for anyone who wants to grasp leadership concepts holistically.

I had yet to learn that all these leadership skills could be learned through fishing, contemplation in nature, and interaction with people who share the same hobby.

Reading this inspirational book is a true pleasure.”

“Why can the cost of a passenger be very high to us? Why should I trust my tackle anyway? What does ‘Keep it tight and it will come’ have to do with overwhelming pressure? And why on earth should I call the captain when I’m in doubt? What has learning to tie a knot to do with simplicity or casting upstream with expanding the mindset? So many weird questions but so many great answers in this book by Oleg Konovalov, explaining what he learned from the teachings of mother nature he observed while fishing for so many years. He also explains where we belong as human beings and how we can reach our potential as a leader and become a visionary. Simple and short written but full of wisdom to internalize.”

“The Fisherman’s Path to Leadership is an exceptional book that brilliantly weaves together the art of fishing with invaluable leadership insights. This captivating read is a refreshing departure from traditional leadership literature, as it entwines real-life fishing experiences with 224 profound lessons for personal and professional growth. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an aspiring one, the timeless wisdom shared within these pages is an indispensable asset for achieving success. I highly recommend it!”

“Vision is essential to successful leadership, but often misunderstood and poorly conceived. In this insightful guide, Oleg Konovalov lays out his own compelling vision for what visionary leadership consists of and where its value lies and presents it as a simple yet very practical business tool. The Vision Code defines a new stage in visionary leadership development.”

“Success thrives on a clear and vivid vision that is a property of a few so far. Being able to craft an inspiring vision is what makes the difference between great leaders and conventional managers. So far, it has been thought that visionary leaders are born, that it is a natural gift for solely a few lucky ones. Yet, Oleg’s book, The Vision Code, proves the contrary. In a very engaging way, Oleg’s book walks us through a series of interviews and teaches us that every manager can learn how to draft a compelling and inspiring vision.

Having a vision of a vision is a superior mastery that Oleg Konovalov used for presenting vision as a practical business tool accessible to all. The Vision Code changes the rules of the game in today’s fast-changing world.”

“The Vision Code is a remarkable book. Thanks to Oleg Konovalov, vision is no longer a fuzzy concept. It is a powerful management tool that thrives on courage but also on relevance. Vision has value only if it is implementable and has an impact. The Vision Code explores how it is achieved. In doing so, Oleg Konovalov has contributed significantly to establishing the theory of vision on firm ground. You should read this book not once, but twice!”

“A crucial element for leadership success, vision is often tough to develop. Read The Vision Code for an in-depth exploration of what it is and how to achieve it!”

“The Vision Code demystifies the process of defining and following through on a vision, which will become increasingly important as the pace of change accelerates. The compelling stories and examples from leaders across industries and geographies underscore the importance of vision as ideal as well as practical tools to achieving it.”

“When you have a vision, work becomes an adventure! This beautiful book will inspire the best in you to create your own vision and your own adventure. It is all here for you to discover. Don’t miss the chance for a more meaningful career and life! Read, study and share this treasure!”

“In this critical, must-read book, Dr. Oleg Konovalov demystifies the practice of creating and achieving a vision, in both professional and personal contexts. His guidance is clear and pragmatic, bringing to light the knowledge that, without strong vision, our purpose cannot be fulfilled. In his search for the golden ratio of vision, he surfaced an exceptionally practical six-step model on how to create and execute vision. He is the visionary of visionaries and can help us all with our life and business destiny.”

“Oleg Konovalov is the ‘Whisperer of Vision’. He opens a new page in understanding vision and how to make it a reality. The Vision Code is an incredible contribution to the business world and to visionary leadership in particular, making it accessible to millions of modern leaders.”

“The Vision Code provides a compelling framework, clear narrative and a sound framework to decode what is a real vision in organisations. Yet, the book is not only deep and fascinating but also extremely practical by providing a roadmap, examples, storytelling. Is a truly remarkable book we cannot afford to miss.”

“Oleg Konovalov is the true whisperer of vision who reveals its practical nature. In his The Vision Code, he offers a simple six-step business tool for creating, constructing, and executing a strong vision. The ultimate reading for all modern leaders.”

“The Vision Code is packed full of insights and great examples of the value of a clear, compelling vision. Of particular value is the section on execution — an often-neglected aspect of developing a vision: You have to make it real. The book presents a rich, multidimensional view of organizational and personal vision that will expand and enhance any leader’s perspective.”

“Vision is a topic that we all think we know, so much so that we ignore it. Dr. Oleg Konovalov does not. His new book, The Vision Code, is an exploration into the origins of vision and its importance to our personal and business lives. Through his comprehensive research and real-life practice, Dr. Oleg Konovalov demystifies vision and presents it as a very practical business tool. The Vision Code is a must-read for those leaders seeking to define the future in ways that allow organisations, teams and individuals to succeed.”

“Having a detailed and compelling vision for a vision is a property of wizards capable of changing the world and helping others become visionaries. In his groundbreaking book, The Vision Code, Dr. Oleg Konovalov offers an ultimate and powerful practical toolkit for visionary leaders of all levels. I encourage you to read this book. The Vision Code is one of the most important books that can change your life and business.”

“Oleg Konovalov is the ‘Wizard of Vision’. With The Vision Code, he takes the fuzzy concept of vision and turns it into a practical, versatile and essential tool that helps leaders position themselves as visionaries. I highly recommend this book. It’s rich with wisdom and full of lessons we can put to immediate use.”

“I love Oleg Konovalov’’s book and it’s messages and teachings around vision. Establishing a strong vision is the single most important step for embarking in a change process. All executives and leaders should read Oleg’s book because it breaks down the elements and practices of visionary leadership. Visionary leaders manage their energy rather than time – which is such an important concept for everyone to understand and perhaps most importantly to respect. Everyone should strive to be a visionary leader, which will help them become aligned with their own individual goals and corporate goals, become more driven toward positive outcomes and focus core values and purpose in life. Bravo Oleg! Awesome work!”

“The Vision Code is a masterpiece that makes you rethink the way you live and do business. The new perspectives that this book presents to you are truly unique and enlightening, and in a league of their own. It will help you find and execute your very own strong vision through the simple six-step process. I found myself wanting to change and rethink my company’s vision and at the same time start working on my own personal life vision.

Oleg Konovalov’s The Vision Code is a fantastic and powerful book. Do yourself a favour and read it!”

“In The Vision Code, Oleg Konovalov brilliantly demystifies vision and cracks the code for us by revealing the inner and outer anatomy of visionary leadership. This book is a must-read for leaders who see what others cannot see yet and want to lead their people on a journey of successful execution.”

“In The Vision Code, Oleg Konovalov masterfully shares how the best leaders and highest performing companies have clear and compelling visions that guide them personally as well as their organisations. He brings the concept of vision from the abstract to the tangible and actionable and shares the keys to developing a vision that is both grounded and serves as a compelling North Star.”

“If you think you have vision and clarity of purpose in your business, this book will shatter that notion. Dr. Oleg Konovalov, in his new book, The Vision Code will change the way you see things as a leader. Dr. Konovalov helps us break the secret code to a positive and prosperous future by showing us how to create a strong vision that inspires and how to execute on that vision as a leader. This book is an absolute must read!”

“In these unprecedented times, having a clear and strong vision is more important than ever before. We have a chance to recalibrate the way we live and work and make this world a better place. Envisioning the future we want to create is an important part of this process. This book provides a unique and practical approach to developing and implementing a vision and turning it into reality. I warmly welcome this long-anticipated book.”

“It is rare in the business expert arena when one expert corners the market on a specific topic. With this book, Dr. Konovalov has cornered the market on ‘vision’. His dissection of ‘vision,’ it’s elements and the process of creating a vision is nothing short of genius. Bravo for providing a road map for all to follow.”

“In The Vision Code, Dr. Oleg Konovalov masterfully guides us into creating our vision. This book is informative, authentic and inspirational. It is a must-read. I encourage all to read it and learn from it.”

“Leaderology explores the wholly workplace trinity of leadership, culture and the organization. The author takes an unconventional and personal approach to these business issues, making them very readable and innovative. I would recommend this book if you are interested in organizational behavior and its consequences for business performance.”

“I have learned that purpose driven, passionate people guided by values that empower and protect them create amazing outcomes. In this book, Oleg Konovalov doesn’t just highlight what competencies are needed operationally; he points out the value of culture and what good leadership practices look like. Today purpose and values both unlock the passion of people and protect them by building trust. You will be better equipped to build an enduring company that creates value for its people, its customers, and its shareholders after reading Dr. Konovalov’s work. This is an incredibly valuable and timely book for all leaders aiming to build enduring businesses.”

“Oleg Konovalov offers an insightful look at the ‘holy trinity’ that dictates successful management outcomes — company, culture and leadership — and how they unpin customer satisfaction. A useful read for executives across sectors and geographies.”

“With the increasing need to adapt to new realities faster while engineering innovative solutions to customers in a way that promotes positive impact on people and planet, the role of business has changed and Dr. Oleg Konovalov’s “Leaderology” offers a timely reflection on organization, culture and leadership. The world needs authentic leadership that connects and serves people attuned to a higher purpose. Inspiring reminder that we are responsible for the future we create.”

“Leaderology is a compendium that every CEO, Leader, Entrepreneur, and Professor should read. It provides an overarching view of what an organization should be and provides the drivers to make it succeed. Dr. Konovalov then provides the details to ensure that execution occurs to produce the desired results. Leaderology is a magnificent body of work. To put it mildly, it is a Masterpiece!”

“In his new book, Oleg Konovalov gives business leaders a wake-up call for the new digital reality. He’ll show you how to avoid pitfalls in building successful businesses and radically improve your performance.”

“A practical, painstaking and personal journey through the multiple facets of business.”

“Oleg Konovalov continues to push new thinking about leaders and business. His expert passion for people, innovation and leadership – critical ingredients for excellence – is contagious.”

“Oleg Konovalov’s Leaderology offers tested strategies for handling everything from organizational misalignment to exploring problems with vision, culture, and engagement. With practical tips and case studies, Oleg paints a vivid picture of what we must learn about what we don’t know about our organizations. This book is for any leader who wants to create significant value, avoid mistakes, and prepare a dynamic culture for their organization. The best lessons for ultimate business success.”

Dr. Konovalov’s new book on the three core elements of business (organization, its culture, and leadership), as well as the fourth element (customer demand), should be required reading for every business owner—those just starting out as well as those who are well seasoned. Invaluable lessons for reaching new height in business performance.

“I see Oleg Konovalov’s new book as an immense compass for leaders, foreseeing the elements of culture and leadership phenomenon. The book itself describes the importance and necessity of the leader-context relationship including customer and future point of views. Leaderology is a source book of successful leaders.”

“Dr. Oleg Konovalov gives great insights on building an amazing company. The three pillars of organization, culture, and leadership are spot on for doing business in the 21st century! A great read for anyone who wants to genuinely see the success of their business going into the future!”

“This book should be called the ‘Konovalov Kaleidoscope of Competence’. It captivatingly condenses the lessons every manager attains only after a lifetime of experience, and yet which every aspiring and developing manager would benefit from knowing in advance. His ‘Thirty Lessons on Leadership’ alone, exquisitely encapsulates a medley of leadership acumen that all managers would be best served to understand; from the factory floor to those beyond the boardroom door.”

“Leadership is easy. We each make it hard by forgetting our humanity and that of invited collaborators in achieving values-driven vision(s). The principles have been known for centuries, nay millennia across cultures in which many elements changed.

There are three things any organisation (public, private or NFP/NGO) needs to get right. The vision spectrum through to its customer(s). The customer chain of trust back through the organisation. The continuous improvement pathways across the vision and chain of trust. Do this right through developing people and the culture will flourish; as will the organisation.

Dr Oleg Konovalov sets people on this journey to deal well with the elements for organisational success, including essential lifetime learning for each person. By stepping through elements that make any organisation agile and successful in mission we are reminded of those long-known principles. I recommend a reflective read and embedment into daily life for everyone, not just for people in or aspiring to positional leadership/management positions.”

“Oleg Konovalov is a deep thinker. He explores the role and function of modern corporate culture, sharing plenty of practical, philosophical and thought-provoking ideas that can take your business to the next level.”

“Today many large and mega corporations spend a great deal of money and time trying to increase the originality of their employees, hoping thereby to get a competitive edge in the marketplace. The Book “Corporate Superpower” by Oleg Konovalov is a powerful tool and a critical ingredient to rethink modern corporate culture. No matter the industry or expertise, the visionary nature of “Corporate Superpower” will engage your team and strengthen your corporate environment.
“Corporate Superpower” exhibits an extraordinary transformative leadership model that empowers CEO, managers, and employees, and helps understand the full spectrum of prioritizing the mental and emotional well-being of employees to increase profit, improve lives, transform culture, and sustain corporate growth. A modern business and society need such creative thinking and extraordinary approaches that allow making a leap forward and reaching new heights in development.
I have read “Corporate Superpower” twice and I am already experiencing the transforming powers of what leadership is all about, and how these principles can be integrated into the non-profit, businesses, small or large corporations, and governments best practice.”

“In more than 20 years of working with companies around the world, I understand that culture is one of the most important, if not THE most important, determining factor in an organization’s success. That is why I think it is essential that you read Corporate Superpower. This is book is among the most comprehensive, insightful, and educational books I have ever read on how to build a world-class culture. I consider this a must read on this extremely critical topic.”

“A deeply compelling journey into the soul of successful organisations, from the Dark Kingdoms of dysfunctional company culture to the visionary heights of corporate superpowers. Rich with real life experiences, this book is an invaluable companion and guide for leaders, their organisations, and teams in times of increasing complexity and change.”
David Clive Price, PhD, Expert on Global Leadership and author of Bamboo Strong
“Corporate Superpower shares the secret that all world-class organizations have in common, they have amazing cultures. Your customers will never be any happier than your employees are. Oleg Konovalov tells you how to create an incredible corporate culture in this book.”

“Indeed a very powerful book. The discussion of the essence of corporate culture, spiritual dimensions, and shared values is very illustrative and practical.”

“Dr. Oleg Konovalov offers a new word in culture management and unlocking potentials for the XXI century businesses. In his outstanding book, Oleg sets new standards of understanding corporate culture as the main source of inner energy and critical metaphysical resources which define sustainable development and long-term success. The offered discussion exceeds patterned thinking, yet practical and appealing. One of the best books on corporate culture.”

“Oleg Konovalov’s book uses medical metaphors to make the vision of organizations accessible to an audience that is not limited to the ivory tower of academic research. This vision brings together numerous insights from many different areas of academic research and organizational/managerial experience. The book offers help to current, and would be managers who try to systematize their understanding of the life of organizations.”

“This book offers an eloquent and ultimate account of a wide range of examples of criteria to consider when identifying and dealing with common organisational illnesses and problems. Describing a peculiar array of similarities between organisations and living beings, this book is thought-provoking and very practical but also opens interesting areas for further research.”

“Organisational Anatomy is a ground-breaking and sophisticated new lens for managers, leaders, and entrepreneurs, allowing increasing the performance of their organisations, and also, an interesting tool to diagnose problems and find innovative solutions.”

“Organisational Anatomy” is a unique paradigm shift on business growth and planning that helps leaders develop a mindset that can focus on identifying specific problems and broad trends that can affect the future of your business.”