BA Bites - The Top 10 Ways Business Analysts Influence Strategy (Without the Title)

You don’t need a title to lead — you just need the right approach.In this episode of The Better Business Analyst, I break down the Top 10 ways Business Analysts can influence strategy and drive real business impact — even without a formal leadership role.Each strategy includes:✅ A key principle📊 A research-backed insight💬 A talking point to use in the room📌 A real-world example from the fieldWhether you’re a junior BA or a seasoned analyst looking to elevate your voice, this episode is packed with practical tools to help you lead from the middle.🎙 Topics include:Earning trust before earning titlesTurning insights into influenceVisuals that shift decisionsValue-first storytellingStaying persistent (even when you're ignored)Hit play — and start showing up like the strategist you already are.🔗 Subscribe to the podcast today and Connect on LinkedIn → Benjamen Walsh | Better Business Analyst Podcast