The Bliss Business Podcast

Episodes

Sept. 2, 2025

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Michael Ward

90% of top performers have high emotional intelligence, yet only 36% of people can identify their emotions as they happen (TalentSmart). Emotional intelligence isn’t a “soft skill.” It’s the foundation of effective leadership...

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Michael Ward
Aug. 28, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Katharine Manning

Only 36% of employees in the U.S. say they feel engaged at work, and lack of empathy from leadership is often cited as a leading cause of disengagement (Gallup). Yet research shows that leaders who practice empathy foster str...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Katharine Manning
Aug. 27, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose in the Brand’s Tone and Voice

73% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand whose tone of voice feels authentic and consistent across every touchpoint (Edelman Trust Barometer). In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Busines...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose in the Brand’s Tone and Voice
Aug. 26, 2025

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Kath Allen and Abbey Lee

Emotional intelligence accounts for nearly 90% of what sets high performers apart from their peers (Harvard Business Review). Yet too often, EQ is dismissed as “soft skills” instead of being recognized as the foundation of ef...

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Kath Allen and Abbey Lee
Aug. 21, 2025

Fix the Culture, Not the People: Lessons from the Dean of Dumbassery

Organizations with strong, positive cultures see employee engagement rates up to 72% higher than those with weak cultures (Gallup). Yet too often, leaders focus on “fixing” people rather than addressing the systems, values, a...

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Fix the Culture, Not the People: Lessons from the Dean of Dumbassery
Aug. 20, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Growing Your Mission Without Losing Your Soul

40% of purpose-driven companies experience higher employee retention and stronger brand loyalty (Deloitte). As your business grows, markets shift, and your audience changes, your purpose may need to evolve. The key is doing i...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Growing Your Mission Without Losing Your Soul
Aug. 19, 2025

Mindfulness in the Workplace with Cindy Van Eeckhout

Mindfulness practices in the workplace can reduce stress by up to 32% and boost productivity by 12% (American Psychological Association). Yet in many professional environments, mindfulness is still treated as a personal welln...

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Mindfulness in the Workplace with Cindy Van Eeckhout
Aug. 14, 2025

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with David Greer

Emotional intelligence is responsible for nearly 90% of what sets high performers apart (Harvard Business Review). But EQ isn’t just about managing emotions. It’s about leading with intention, presence, and purpose. In this e...

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with David Greer
Aug. 13, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: When Your Offer Becomes Proof of Your Beliefs

64% of consumers say shared values are the primary reason they form a relationship with a brand (Harvard Business Review). In a world where products can be copied overnight, your beliefs are the one thing competitors can’t re...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: When Your Offer Becomes Proof of Your Beliefs
Aug. 12, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Bo Lowery

Franchise brands that prioritize emotional connection can outperform competitors by up to 85% in revenue growth (Gallup). But connection doesn’t happen by chance. It’s designed through leadership, systems, and shared purpose....

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Bo Lowery
Aug. 7, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Howard Waterman

81% of consumers say they need to trust a brand before making a purchase decision (Source: Edelman Trust Barometer). Trust and connection are not just nice-to-haves in business, they are the foundation for long-term growth an...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Howard Waterman
Aug. 6, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Creating a Purpose Platform for Content Marketing

82% of consumers say they want brands to take a stand on values they care about, but only 43% believe brands actually deliver on that promise. (Source: Edelman Trust Barometer) In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from T...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Creating a Purpose Platform for Content Marketing
Aug. 5, 2025

Kindness and Empathy in Car Sales with Andrew Sardone

Companies that lead with empathy see up to 23% higher customer loyalty and a 32% boost in sales (Source: Gallup). Car sales often get a bad reputation for being high-pressure or transactional. But what if kindness and empathy...

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Kindness and Empathy in Car Sales with Andrew Sardone
July 31, 2025

Mindfulness in the Workplace with Michael Nicolais

Companies that integrate mindfulness into their culture see 20% less burnout and 35% higher productivity (Source: Deloitte). In a world where constant hustle often overshadows presence, mindfulness is becoming one of the most...

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Mindfulness in the Workplace with Michael Nicolais
July 30, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Positioning with Purpose

🧠 64% of consumers say shared values are the primary reason they form a relationship with a brand (Harvard Business Review). In a crowded market, features fade fast. But purpose, and the beliefs you stand for, can set your br...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Positioning with Purpose
July 29, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Devan Kline

Companies that foster strong connections among employees see 50% higher retention and 56% greater productivity (Source: Harvard Business Review). But true connection is about more than metrics. It’s about creating communities...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Devan Kline
July 24, 2025

Innovative Work Models for the Future with Chris Dyer

Companies with strong cultures see up to 4x higher revenue growth (Bain & Co.). But culture isn’t a perk or a plaque on the wall. It’s a system. And the best leaders know how to design it intentionally. In this episode of The...

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Innovative Work Models for the Future with Chris Dyer
July 23, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose-Led Customer Personas

🧠 74% of consumers say they are more loyal to brands that understand them at a personal level (Source: Salesforce, 2024). Too many companies build personas based on demographics. But what if you built them around purpose? In ...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose-Led Customer Personas
July 22, 2025

The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Christine Heckart

90% of top performers rank high in emotional intelligence, yet only 36% of people can accurately identify their emotions in real time. (Source: TalentSmart) In today’s business world, EQ isn’t optional. It’s a competitive edg...

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Christine Heckart
July 17, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Tyler Wynn

Is connection the missing metric in business? 📊 A recent Gallup study revealed that employees who feel a strong sense of community at work are 3.2 times more likely to be engaged and 68% less likely to experience burnout. On ...

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Building Community and Connection in Business with Tyler Wynn
July 16, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Building Your Brand Narrative Around Purpose

🧠 55% of consumers say they’re more likely to trust a brand that tells a compelling story aligned with its values (Source: Edelman Trust Barometer). Too many companies say they have a purpose. But how many can actually story ...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Building Your Brand Narrative Around Purpose
July 15, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Glenn Poulos

What if the real competitive edge in sales wasn’t hustle, but humanity? 📊 Research shows that emotionally intelligent leaders drive up to 20% higher performance outcomes (McKinsey, 2023). Yet many still treat empathy as optio...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Glenn Poulos
July 10, 2025

The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Holly Golebiowski

Can empathy in leadership be the difference between a culture that thrives and one that breaks down under pressure? 📊 According to Deloitte, leaders who express care increase team loyalty by 62%. Yet empathy is still often vi...

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The Role of Empathy in Leadership with Holly Golebiowski
July 9, 2025

Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose as a Strategic Filter

When everything feels like an opportunity, how do you stay focused on what actually matters? Clarity is a competitive advantage. Brands that use purpose as a strategic filter outperform those chasing every shiny object. Just ...

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Marketing With Purpose Kit: Purpose as a Strategic Filter