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EPISODE · Jan 30, 2026 · 31 MIN

Busy Isn’t Growth: The One Thing That Unlocks Growth with Loïc Potjes

from Tenacity with Sonia C. · host Sonia Couto

Tenacity with Sonia C is a podcast for founders building real companies. Each episode explores how founders decide what to build, how they prioritize, and how they navigate uncertainty as they move from idea to product and from product to growth.Being busy feels productive until your revenue stalls, your calendar is full, and nothing meaningful is actually moving.In this episode of Tenacity with Sonia C., Sonia unpacks why busyness is one of the most dangerous traps for founders and how identifying the one thing can unlock real growth. Joined by global CEO coach Loïc Potjes, this conversation strips away hustle culture and replaces it with clarity, discipline, and focused execution.Together, they break down how founders unknowingly create their own chaos, why most leaders confuse activity with progress, and how to diagnose the true constraint holding a company back, whether it’s leadership behaviour, a weak value proposition, or a lack of market focus.This episode is a must-listen if you’re overwhelmed, overcommitted, and still asking yourself why growth feels so hard.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why being busy is not the same as building momentumThe simple question that cuts through overwhelm and exposes the real bottleneckHow to identify the one thing that actually moves the needleWhy most founders procrastinate, and what it has to do with misaligned strengthsHow to clarify your USP in 5 words and stop sounding like everyone elseThe leadership shift required when strategy isn’t the problem, you areA practical way to regain focus before building a 30-day growth planSonia guides the conversation with the lens every founder needs: tenacity, resilience, and disciplined thinking. This isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters.If you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel and build with intention, this episode will change how you work, lead, and grow.Listen or watch full episodes: https://soniacouto.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Being busy feels productive until your revenue stalls, your calendar is full, and nothing meaningful is actually moving. In this episode of Tenacity with Sonia C., Sonia unpacks why busyness is one of the most dangerous traps for founders and how identifying the one thing can unlock real growth. Joined by global CEO coach Loïc Potjes, this conversation strips away hustle culture and replaces it with clarity, discipline, and focused execution. Together, they break down how founders unknowingly create their own chaos, why most leaders confuse activity with progress, and how to diagnose the true constraint holding a company back, whether it’s leadership behaviour, a weak value proposition, or a lack of market focus. This episode is a must-listen if you’re overwhelmed, overcommitted, and still asking yourself why growth feels so hard. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why being busy is not the same as building momentum The simple question that cuts through overwhelm and exposes the real bottleneck How to identify the one thing that actually moves the needle Why most founders procrastinate, and what it has to do with misaligned strengths How to clarify your USP in 5 words and stop sounding like everyone else The leadership shift required when strategy isn’t the problem, you are A practical way to regain focus before building a 30-day growth plan Sonia guides the conversation with the lens every founder needs: tenacity, resilience, and disciplined thinking. This isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters. If you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel and build with intention, this episode will change how you work, lead, and grow. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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