Vladislav "Vlad" Sopov is a marketing strategist and technology manager who helps people take control of their careers and their lives by combining ownership with influence. With leadership experience in both startups and established companies, he has guided teams through challenges in marketing technology, web development, and business growth. He wrote Take the Wheel: How to Influence Anyone and Be the Leader People Want to Follow, a 2026 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist in the Business Category, as a practical guide for anyone ready to stop waiting for permission and start leading with purpose. Vlad is passionate about personal development and helping others unlock their potential. His strategies are simple, actionable, and rooted in real-world experience without the fluff. He lives in the United States, where he continues building Sopov Media, writing, and creating new ways to help people grow as leaders in their careers and personal lives.