Otto Scharmer
What’s inside
Theory U: Leading from the Future as It Emerges, authored by Otto Scharmer, is a revolutionary book that explores the concept of ‘presencing,’ a blend of ‘presence’ and ‘sensing.’ It proposes a new way of understanding leadership and change. Scharmer argues that the success of an intervention depends on the interior condition of the intervener. The book outlines a process that individuals and organizations can use to break free from past habits and invent the future. Theory U suggests that by moving through a U-shaped journey, leaders can connect to their authentic selves, understand the emerging future, and bring it into reality. This journey involves deep listening, suspending judgments, connecting with one’s innermost intentions, and letting go of the ego.
You’ll Learn
- Develop a deeper understanding of leadership beyond traditional methods.
- Learn to connect with your authentic self and discover your true intentions.
- Acquire skills to sense and actualize emerging future possibilities.
- Enhance personal and organizational change-making capabilities.
Key Points
- Understanding the Concept of ‘Presencing’
- The Role of the Interior Condition in Leadership
- The U-Process: Sensing, Presencing, Realizing
- Letting Go of Past Habits and Behaviors
- The Importance of Deep Listening and Suspending Judgments
- Connecting to One’s Authentic Self and Intentions
- Bringing Forth an Emerging Future into Reality
Who’s it For
- Leaders and managers
- Change makers
- Innovators and entrepreneurs
- People interested in organizational development
- Spirituality and mindfulness practitioners
About the author
Otto Scharmer is a senior lecturer at MIT and co-founder of the Presencing Institute. He holds a Ph.D. in economics and management and has consulted for governments, nonprofits, and companies worldwide. Scharmer is known for his innovative ideas on organizational development and leadership, making significant contributions to both academic and practical fields.