The extra-Ordinary Leader with Dolly Waddell
The extra-Ordinary Leader is a show that takes a collaborative approach to uncover what it means to be a leader in the 21st century.
Through a series of open and honest conversations with a selection of top business leaders and leadership coaches, Dolly Waddell takes us on a journey to unravel the complex world of leadership in the 21st century.
The extra-Ordinary Leader with Dolly Waddell
S3 12: Vision Is a Space: Reframing Leadership for a Wiser Tomorrow with Oleg Konovalov
You’re in for a treat. This week I’m joined by the incredible Oleg Konovalov — a globally respected business educator, leadership expert, and author of The Vision Code. Oleg doesn’t just talk about leadership; he embodies it through his work helping C-suite leaders across the world create meaningful, enduring impact.
In this episode, we take apart the familiar terms — vision, value, strategy — and rebuild them with depth, clarity and fresh meaning. We explore how leadership is not about ego or output, but about building a space others want to grow into. Oleg generously shares the "CAVIAR" model — a framework for visionary leadership grounded in wisdom and impact.
If you’ve ever struggled to define your aspirations versus your desires, or want to learn how to craft a vision that inspires others, this conversation is for you.
You can find out more about Oleg and his brilliant work at olegkonovalov.com
Inside This Episode:
- What it really means to add value as a leader
- The distinction between desire and aspiration
- Why vision is a space, not a statement
- The "CAVIAR" model for practical visionary leadership
- How wisdom trumps intelligence in business
- The difference between inspiration and motivation
- The role of simplicity and space in decision-making
- Reclaiming fear and redefining what it means to ‘play big’
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