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51. Ask Questions, Create Possibilities with Dr. Michael White
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- The DASH Mindset Podcast
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- Jul 24, 2025
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Summary
What happens when you stop waiting for permission, start asking better questions, and lean into what’s always come naturally to you? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Michael White – someone who turned curiosity and asking the right questions into a career that fits. From corporate analyst to CEO of his own training company, Michael’s story is a reminder: your strengths are always showing up. The key is being curious enough to notice. What You’ll Learn: In this conversation, we explore how curiosity, asking the right questions, and paying attention to what comes naturally can create new opportunities – sometimes in unexpected ways. You'll hear: How Michael’s curiosity and love of asking questions led him to build a whole new career The surprising parallels between business analysis, coaching, matchmaking – and how it all comes down to asking better questions Why you don’t need to wait for permission to try something new How peeling back the layers often leads to clarity (in work, life, and relationships) The myth of job security and how to trust yourself to take the next step How connecting the dots backward often reveals how aligned you already are with what you’re meant to do If you’re interested in business analysis, you’ll appreciate this one. But even if you’re not, this conversation goes beyond the technical. It’s really about curiosity, confidence, and creating a career – and life – that aligns with who you are. Because your dash deserves more than autopilot. About Dr. Michael White: Dr. Michael F. White is the founder of The Business Analysis Doctor, LLC, a global business analysis (BA) training provider specializing in certifications administered by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) as well as hands-on business analysis training. Through…