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EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 27 MIN

Transformational Leadership, part 5: You Can’t Scale What You Can’t See

from The Blue Sofa: Beyond Strategy — Leadership & Growth for Women in Business · host Mia Poulsen

Most founders don’t have a strategy problem.They have a perception problem that leads to expensive decisions.In this episode, I break down the concept of “Sensing” from Otto Scharmer’s Theory U and explain how perception quality determines leadership quality — and ultimately, revenue stability.You’ll learn:• What “downloading” is — and how it destabilizes your business• Why reactive decision-making creates unnecessary pivots• How to separate data from interpretation• Why disciplined perception is a competitive advantageBefore you act, pivot, or rebuild — this episode will teach you how to see clearly and make decisions that turn into innovations and your next big move in business.

Most founders don’t have a strategy problem. They have a perception problem that leads to expensive decisions. In this episode, I break down the concept of “Sensing” from Otto Scharmer’s Theory U and explain how perception quality determines leadership quality — and ultimately, revenue stability. You’ll learn: • What “downloading” is — and how it destabilizes your business • Why reactive decision-making creates unnecessary pivots • How to separate data from interpretation • Why disciplined ...

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