Management in Times of War: Leadership Examples from Ukraine s Government and Private Sector

When it comes to war, the first thoughts are military actions and their strategy. But the war is also a test for the economy, state bodies, culture, and social relations. And this book is exactly about that.
The book is a collection of tools and ideas by Kostiantyn Koshelenko, currently Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine, on maintaining productivity, team development, and commitment to one's values in an environment where chaos is becoming the new norm.
In addition to the author, 40 Ukrainian and international managers from 12 countries share their experiences and lessons learned during crises

FOR WHOM
For people who are determined to grow professionally in management and leadership in any setting, regardless of the level of training and experience

WHY THIS BOOK
In difficult circumstances and with very limited resources, you feel that you do not always use all the effective and, in general, normal management practices, even those that you know well.
Self-reflection is not only a way to improve yourself, but also an opportunity to help others avoid mistakes. This book provokes thinking about management in the most turbulent conditions - in times of war, and this impulse is as valuable as its content

PRAISES
In his book, the Author draws on his experience leading Ukraine's digital transformation during wartime to provide invaluable leadership insights. Through firsthand stories and expert perspectives, he explores how managers can motivate teams, foster innovation, and plan under conditions of extreme uncertainty. The Author drives home the importance of adaptability, open communication, delegating responsibility, and self-care. His lessons on everything from mitigating risk to optimizing remote work resonate for leaders navigating crises of any kind. His book is both a gripping account of Ukraine's tireless nation-building effort as well as a guide to remaining steadfast and productive even when the ground shakes beneath you.
Ian Bremmer, American Political Scientist and President of Eurasia Group

A good and interesting read. Its strength is the perspective it adds which is embodied and summarised in the title.
I enjoyed it, and it chimes and reinforces much of what I teach at Open University Business School, what I experienced in managing a large team (although not at war), and also what I was taught when doing my MBA.
It adds value as leadership has a huge contextual aspect and it requires in-depth discussion in times of conflict and war - this book adds to the body of knowledge and is an excellent contribution.
Antonio Garcia, PhD, MBA, Senior Manager in the Scottish Government Civil Service, Open University Tutor, former Army Officer

Since February 24, 2022, Ukrainians, leaders of Ukrainian organizations, and networks have demonstrated a resilience that no government in the world has ever believed in. Any large-scale success is the result of organized efforts. Whether united or decentralized. Much of the secrets of successful counteraction to the largest military and propaganda machine in the eastern hemisphere, Russia, are in this book.
The book is important not only to record the experience and make other democracies facing similar challenges more resilient. It is important for scaling up the result. So that Ukraine, freedom, and democracy in the world can not only survive but also win. For our descendants to be able to study history without the chapters on World War III. So that humanity could have them at all. Practical tools for such a victory are on the pages and in the hands of Management in Times of War.
Oleksandr Novikov, Head of the Ukrainian National Agency for the Prevention of Corruption

THE AUTHOR
Kostiantyn Koshelenko is a Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine for issues of digital development, digital transformations, and digitalization