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In this reflective and deeply human conversation, Doug Fleener — author, leadership coach, and former Bose executive — shares his journey from addiction and collapse to clarity, resilience, and purpose. We explore his powerful "What If" mindset framework, a simple yet transformative approach built on three steps: pause, question, act — designed to help people break patterns, reframe challenges, and move forward with intention. From leadership and decision-making to emotional resilience, gratitude, and daily habits, this conversation offers grounded insights for anyone seeking personal growth, mental clarity, and meaningful change — one action at a time. Explore the "What If" mindset at https://kajmasterclass.com. ========================================= *Episode chapters* 00:00 Introduction 02:51 The "What If" Interruption 06:30 The Power of the Pause 13:11 The Three-Step Framework 19:14 Reframing with "What If" 23:27 Future Journaling, Ownership & Letting Go 27:29 Moving Towards, Not From ========================================= *KAJ Masterclass* A video-first, conversation-led knowledge platform featuring thoughtful conversations with leaders, professionals, authors, and experts across leadership, business, health, technology, and the changing world of work. Each conversation is designed to help people learn, reflect, and take meaningful action. 🌐 Explore the ecosystem → https://www.kajmasterclass.com ========================================= *Guest* Doug Fleener is the author of Start With What If: Weekly Questions to Spark Immediate Change and Growth (launching January 6). A former Director of Retail for Bose and CEO of a national company, Doug is now known for The What If Rule, a practical framework that helps people and leaders create better perspectives, better options, and better actions in their daily lives. With over 38 years of continuous sobriety, Doug brings clarity, simplicity, and real-world transformation to his coaching, speaking, and writing. He helps individuals and organizations create meaningful change, starting today. Connect: https://dougfleener.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/61554942906442 https://www.instagram.com/dougfleener/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dougfleener ========================================= *Host: Khudania Ajay (KAJ)* Founder & Host, KAJ Masterclass | 2,500+ live conversations | 20+ years in journalism, media & storytelling Connect: Website → https://www.khudaniaajay.com LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaykhudania/ 📧 kajmasterclass@gmail.com ========================================= *The KAJ Masterclass Network* 🎬 Watch → https://www.youtube.com/@kajmasterclass 🎧 Listen → https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/kajpodcast 📖 Read → https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/blog ========================================= *Join the Conversation* If this conversation resonated, share your key insight in the comments or pass it on to someone who might benefit. Every conversation helps more people learn, grow, and think better. ========================================= 🎁 Exclusive Offers & Opportunities 👗 Ethnics Land — Enjoy 20% OFF premium Indian handloom sarees. Use code KAJ20 https://www.ethnicsland.com ========================================= 🎵 Music Credit: "Misfits (Instrumental)" by RYYZN Every conversation teaches something real. #kajmasterclass #khudaniaajay #kajconverstaions

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