The Bliss Business Podcast
The Bliss Business Podcast
The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness. Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace. B.L.I.S.S. "Building Love Into Scalable Systems"
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The Bliss Business Podcast

The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness.

Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace.

B.L.I.S.S.
"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"

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Oct. 29, 2025

Rethinking the Future of Work: What Generative AI Means for People, Purpose, and Progress

A recent McKinsey report estimates that generative AI could add up to 4.4 trillion dollars annually to the global economy. But for leaders, the real question isn’t about how much AI can produce. It’s about how it will reshape people, pur…

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Oct. 29, 2025

The Client & Marketer Relationship #podcast #marketingstrategy #businessgrowth #marketingmistakes

How do you optimize your marketing spend without spending more?

In Episode 4 of our Marketing ROI Series, Josh Prizer, VP of Digital Marketing at Zero Company, joins Tullio Siragusa, who leads the agency’s Fractional CMO services, to explain how data-backed decision-making leads to better performance without increasing your budget.

You’ll learn:

* How to spot underperforming keywords and reinvest in what’s working
* The importance of statistical significance before…

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Oct. 28, 2025

Testing & Optimizing Marketing Campaigns #podcast #marketingstrategy #ppc #googleads

How do you optimize your marketing spend without spending more?

In Episode 4 of our Marketing ROI Series, Josh Prizer, VP of Digital Marketing at Zero Company, joins Tullio Siragusa, who leads the agency’s Fractional CMO services, to explain how data-backed decision-making leads to better performance without increasing your budget.

You’ll learn:

* How to spot underperforming keywords and reinvest in what’s working
* The importance of statistical significance before…

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Oct. 27, 2025

The Power of Awareness: Why Emotional Intelligence Defines Conscious Leadership

Harvard Business Review found that leaders with high emotional intelligence outperform their peers in decision-making, collaboration, and resilience. Yet in today’s boardrooms, emotional intelligence often remains undervalued, viewed as a &ldq…

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Oct. 27, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Paul Flick

Only 19% of executives believe they have the right culture in place, even though 94% agree it’s critical to business success (Deloitte, 2024).

Culture isn’t built through policy. It’s built through people, through shared purpose, trust, and community.

In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Paul Flick, Founder and CEO of Premium Service Brands, to explore what it really takes to build connection and belonging across a growing franchise network.

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Oct. 27, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Bringing Purpose and Empathy into Marketing

A recent Deloitte study revealed that purpose-driven brands are 50% more likely to inspire customer loyalty and long-term growth. Yet many organizations still view marketing as a transaction rather than a tool for connection, empathy, and shared values.

In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Julie Green, Vice President of Marketing for Heights Wellness Retreat. Julie leads marketing initiatives for a fast-growing wellness brand and …

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Reviews

One of the Best: Deep Insights, Tools & Wisdom on How To Run a Successful Business!
I listen to a lot of podcasts and honestly, the Bliss Business Podcast is one of the best. Every single guest offers deep insights and wisdom on how to run a successful business grounded in empathy, connection, and a sense of purpose. The innovation, lessons, tips, tools and book references are truly invaluable for any business looking to scale.
Bridging the Startup Gap with Bruce Cleveland - Definitely Worth Your Time
Bruce Cleveland's episode on The Bliss Business Podcast is a masterclass in startup growth. He breaks down why so many companies stumble in the go-to-market phase and how his Traction Gap Framework helps bridge that dangerous gap between MVP and a scalable business. His insights on evolving from founder to high-impact leader, and the importance of emotional intelligence and purpose in building enduring companies, are both practical and inspiring. If you're building a startup or investing in one,
Refreshing Perspective
The Bliss Business Podcast offers a refreshing perspective on integrating empathy and emotional intelligence into business practices. Hosts Stephen Sakach, Tullio Siragusa, and Ash Maher bring diverse expertise in digital marketing, human-centric innovation, and data analytics, creating a dynamic and insightful listening experience. The podcast is well curated and presented, and the energy is fantastic.

About the Hosts

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Stephen Sakach

Executive Producer | Host | Blog Contributor

Stephen is the host of The BLISS Business Podcast. As founder and CEO of a digital marketing and software firm, Stephen pioneers empathetic AI development and oversees strategy for a wide range of clients. He brings a diverse background spanning three decades of digital media, marketing, journalism and in-depth study of human consciousness.

Seeking to embed empathy and human-centered values into all aspects of an organization, Stephen established his digital firm's guiding ethos to “Build Love Into Scalable Systems” (BLISS) - a vision for scaling with compassion by shaping business brands, systems and culture to nurture understanding and care from the inside out.

Through interviews and discerning commentary, he makes the abstract tangible - turning research and teachings into applicable wisdom for kinder living and deeper connections.

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Tullio Siragusa

Executive Producer | Host | Blog Contributor

Tullio Siragusa is a strategic advisor, dynamic speaker, author, and EQ coach with 36 years of experience as a technology disruptor rooted in Design Thinking. Since 2018, he has been creating, producing and hosting live podcasts, interviewing over 1,000 C-suite executives across a wide range of industries. His work behind the mic reflects his larger mission: using conversation as a catalyst for human-centric innovation.

Tullio’s commitment to purpose-driven leadership and ethical transformation is reflected in his advisory roles at the University of California, Riverside’s Design Thinking Executive Program, and the University of San Francisco School of Management’s Digital Marketing Program. As a Board Advisor at AI2030.org, he helps guide the responsible advancement of AI toward ethical and sustainable outcomes. A founding member of RadicalPurpose.org, Tullio believes empathy isn’t just a trait, it’s a non-negotiable foundation for leadership.

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Michael Liwiski

Host | Blog Contributor

Michael is known for his expertise in enterprise marketing and ROI optimization. With over two decades of experience in Financial Services, SaaS, IT Consulting, and Cybersecurity. His certifications, including Google Ads and FINRA Series 7 and 24, highlight his continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise in marketing. He serves as the Vice President of Strategic Performance at Zero Company.

A native Angeleno and devoted USC Trojan fan (#FightON), Michael is committed to positive impact both professionally and personally. He volunteers as a hospital liaison in bloodless medicine and patient blood management treatments. His volunteer work includes aiding remote Panamanian fishing villages, and he has competed in triathlons and pickleball tournaments, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and community engagement.

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Josh Prizer

Host

Since 2002, Josh Prizer has been a cornerstone of the Zero Company team, guiding clients with multi-million dollar ad budgets toward strategic growth. With deep expertise in Google, Bing, and programmatic platforms including Display, Video, and CTV, Josh brings both precision and purpose to every campaign.

What sets Josh apart is not just his mastery of digital advertising. It is his passion for helping businesses grow into their full potential and witnessing the ripple effect that growth has on the lives of the people behind them.

Outside of work, Josh is active in his community as a volunteer educator and local baseball umpire. Whether he is teaching empathy and compassion or calling plays on the field, he is committed to fostering integrity and human connection in everything he does.

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Michele Brasfield

Host

Michele has been immersed in digital marketing since the days when Overture and Yahoo dominated, and Google was just an ambitious startup. As Zero Company's sales lead, she relishes learning about a client’s journey and the highs and lows of running their business. Her favorite podcast is “How I Built This" and of course The Bliss Business Podcast where she hosts the Marketing With Purpose Kit segments with CMO guests.

A proud Portland State gradudaate, Michele embodies the spirit of Portland: friendly, creative, a foodie, and earth-conscious. She loves yoga and outdoor activities, including biking to work, hiking, swimming, and stand-up paddle-boarding. Michele's values include compassion, kindness, and flexibility.

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Martha Huerta

Guest Development | Producer | Blog Contributor

Martha is a connector who brings over two decades of experience in engineering, sustainability, education, and public relations. She is part of the integrated go-to-market team at Zero Company and serves as Guest Development Lead for The Bliss Business Podcast, where she connects with purpose-driven leaders to shape meaningful conversations. Martha also produces the Marketing With Purpose Kit segments with CMO guests.

Her career includes founding nonprofits, and speaking at global forums in Malaysia, Dubai, and Paris. A passionate community builder, Martha also mentors women entrepreneurs and supports environmental initiatives across Mexico and the U.S. Her work reflects a deep commitment to impact, inclusion, and authentic leadership.