The Bliss Business Podcast

Featured Guest Series Episodes

Welcome to the Guest Series on The Bliss Business Podcast! In this series, we spotlight exceptional leaders of companies that embody the core values of Belonging, Love, Inspiration, Service, and Sustainability. These organizations set the standard for empathy and people-centric business practices, creating positive and inclusive work environments.

Join us as we explore the stories and strategies of these remarkable companies, and gain valuable insights on integrating BLISS principles into your own business practices. Subscribe and follow us to stay updated on the latest episodes and be inspired by leaders who are making a difference.
June 10, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Tom Wood

Can business be a place where deep connection and shared purpose thrive? 📊 According to a report by EY and Harvard Business Review, 89% of executives believe a strong sense of collective purpose drives employee satisfaction a...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Tom Wood
June 5, 2025

Innovative Work Models for the Future with Ryan Scott

Are traditional work models holding your company back? According to Gallup, only 23% of employees worldwide are engaged at work. Disengagement costs companies billions—but it doesn’t have to. Join us for this episode of The B...

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Innovative Work Models for the Future with Ryan Scott
June 3, 2025

Fostering a Culture of Inclusivity in the Workplace with Sheree Knowles

A recent McKinsey study found that companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on executive teams are 25% more likely to have above-average profitability. Yet, many leaders still struggle with building cultures that go...

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Fostering a Culture of Inclusivity in the Workplace with Sheree Knowles
May 29, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Lyn Christian

Can empathy be a leadership superpower? According to McKinsey, it’s now considered a core leadership competency. Yet most companies don’t have the systems to support it. Join us for this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast ...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Lyn Christian
May 27, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Liesel Mindrebo Mertes

Empathy in Leadership: Why It’s More Than a Soft Skill 📊 92% of employees say empathy is undervalued in the workplace, yet 76% believe it directly impacts productivity. (Source: Businessolver) According to the APA, over 59% o...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Liesel Mindrebo Mertes
May 22, 2025

Conscious Capitalism: Being Helpful and Doing Good with Colin McIntosh

Can you build a business that does good for the world and makes a profit? Colin McIntosh has done it—twice. 📊 According to Deloitte, purpose-driven companies grow three times faster than their competitors.And 63 percent of co...

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Conscious Capitalism: Being Helpful and Doing Good with Colin McIntosh
May 20, 2025

Bereavement at Work: Setting the Standard with Justin Clifford

Grief in the Workplace: Are We Doing Enough? 📊 Did you know that one in nine employees in the U.S. experiences the death of a loved one each year ? Yet 51 percent of those employees leave their job within 12 months of the los...

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Bereavement at Work: Setting the Standard with Justin Clifford
May 15, 2025

Innovative Work Models for the Future with Carnie Fryfogle

🔎 Did you know that 70% of franchise businesses fail within their first five years ? (Source: Franchise Business Review) But it doesn't have to be that way. Join us for an episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Carnie Fry...

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Innovative Work Models for the Future with Carnie Fryfogle
May 13, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Aaron Morfin

Can a business become more than a brand—can it become a community? Join us for an episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Aaron Morfin , CMO of Cilantro Taco Grill, as we explore how authenticity, empathy, and connection c...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Aaron Morfin
May 8, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Jeff Wharton

What happens when a company grows because it puts people first—not in spite of it? Join us for a episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Jeff Wharton , CEO of Bloomin’ Blinds Franchise Corp, as we explore how empathy isn’t...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Jeff Wharton
May 6, 2025

Conscious Capitalism: The Power of Community and Connection with Shannon Wilburn

What happens when you scale a business with your values—not at the expense of them? Join us for a powerful conversation with Shannon Wilburn , Co-founder of Shine Executive Coaching and co-founder of Just Between Friends Fran...

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Conscious Capitalism: The Power of Community and Connection with Shannon Wilburn
May 1, 2025

Building Companies from Ideation to Scale with Bruce Cleveland

What separates startups that fizzle from those that thrive? Join us for an episode of The Bliss Business Podcast featuring Bruce Cleveland —founder & CEO of Traction Gap Partners, bestselling author of Traversing the Traction...

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Building Companies from Ideation to Scale with Bruce Cleveland
April 29, 2025

The BLISS Roundtable: Generosity & Animosity in Times of Change

Change is inevitable—but how we lead through it determines whether we build trust or spark resistance. Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for a powerful roundtable conversation with some of the most forward-thinking minds ...

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The BLISS Roundtable: Generosity & Animosity in Times of Change
April 24, 2025

Conscious Capitalism: Business Beyond Profit with John Hewitt

What happens when a company stops chasing only profit and starts building with purpose? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for a powerful conversation with John Hewitt , legendary entrepreneur, founder of Jackson Hewitt , ...

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Conscious Capitalism: Business Beyond Profit with John Hewitt
April 17, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Sally Facinelli

What if your business wasn’t just a brand—but a beloved part of the community? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Sally Facinelli , CEO of Salty Dawg Pet Salon —a fast-scaling pet care br...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Sally Facinelli
April 15, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Jennifer Kaplan

In a world where marketing often feels transactional, real connection has become the competitive edge. But how do you build a community at scale—without losing the heart of your brand? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast as...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Jennifer Kaplan
April 10, 2025

Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Julie Harrell

Can a pet waste removal company change lives? On the Bliss Business Podcast , we’re joined by Julie Harrell , President of Cooper’s Scoopers , who’s proving that even the most unexpected industries can drive dignity, communit...

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Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Julie Harrell
April 8, 2025

The Future of Leadership: EQ, Innovation, and Conscious Capitalism with Steve Schwab

What happens when a company decides to do good and do well at the same time? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast as we sit down with Steve Schwab , U.S. Army veteran turned purpose-driven CEO of Casago , one of the fastest-...

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The Future of Leadership: EQ, Innovation, and Conscious Capitalism with Steve Schwab
April 1, 2025

Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Robin Gagnon

Can a company scale and serve with heart? What does it take to build a business that prioritizes people without sacrificing performance? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for a dynamic conversation with Robin Gagnon , Co-...

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Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Robin Gagnon
March 27, 2025

Innovative Work Models for the Future with Alpesh Doshi

What does the future of work really look like—and how do we design for it today? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for a forward-thinking conversation with Alpesh Doshi —Founder of Kendra Labs , systems thinker, technolog...

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Innovative Work Models for the Future with Alpesh Doshi
March 25, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with David DeLorenzo

What happens when you combine hustle, heart, and human connection? Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast for a powerful conversation with David DeLorenzo , entrepreneur, author of Just Getting Started, and founder of Bar & Re...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with David DeLorenzo
March 20, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Jason Parker

What makes a business truly stand out? It’s not just great products or services—it’s the community and connections it builds along the way. Join us on The Bliss Business Podcast as we sit down with Jason Parker, Co-Founder & ...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Jason Parker
March 18, 2025

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Jason Olsen

Success in business isn’t just about strategy and execution—it’s about understanding people . Emotional intelligence (EQ) is one of the biggest differentiators between good leaders and great ones, yet it’s often overlooked. D...

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Jason Olsen
March 13, 2025

Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Mark Cunningham

Can businesses truly have it all—financial success and a meaningful impact on the world? The best companies don’t see profit and purpose as opposing forces. They see them as partners in long-term growth. Join us on The Bliss ...

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Balancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Mark Cunningham