268. The $10M Blind Spot (It’s Not the Math)

Send us Fan Mail📝 Podcast Show NotesMost mergers and acquisitions don’t fail because of bad math.They fail because of invisible human patterns that no spreadsheet measures.In this episode of The Kathie Owen Perspective Podcast, I break down the $10 million blind spot in M&A — the human risk that traditional due diligence overlooks.We talk about:• Founder identity attachment• Entitlement patterns inside leadership teams• Emotional regulation gaps under pressure• Why integration problems start before the deal closesIf you are a founder, private equity operator, board member, or acquisition leader, this episode will shift how you think about risk.Because human risk is enterprise risk.And when pressure hits, patterns reveal themselves — fast.📘 Book: Human Patterns Under PressureA deeper look at how identity, entitlement, and emotional blind spots destabilize leadership during high-stakes transitions. 👉 https://www.kathieowen.com/human-patterns📝 Blog Post: The $10M Blind Spot in M&A Read the full article and framework here: 👉 https://www.kathieowen.com/blog/10million-dollar-blind-spot🌐 Work With MeLearn more about my work in human due diligence and executive advisory: 👉 www.kathieowen.comIf this episode resonated, share it with someone in your network who’s navigating a deal right now.The Kathie Owen PerspectiveHelping leaders, founders, and professionals recognize the human patterns that shape leadership, culture, communication, and emotional regulation under pressure.🌐 Website: https://www.kathieowen.com📖 Articles & Bonus Resources: https://www.kathieowen.com/blog🎤 Human Patterns Under Pressure Live Join an upcoming live event to explore leadership psychology, nervous system regulation, and the hidden patterns that influence performance, relationships, and workplace culture.📱 Connect with Kathie: • LinkedIn • YouTube • Facebook • Instagram • PinterestIf this episode helped you see something differently, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from the conversation.Pressure doesn't define us. It reveals the patterns we've yet to observe.