Episodes

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 The Bliss Business Podcast, we explore what it really means to create a purpose platform for your content strategy, and how to shift from random acts of marketing to a brand narrative that resonates long-term.




🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Ash Maher, and Tullio Sir...

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 were at the heart of every customer interaction?




In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Andrew Sardone, Founder of AutoKnerd, to explore how genuine care, transparency, and trust are redefining what it means to sell.




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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 powerful tools for leaders who want to build resilient and high-performing teams.




In this week’s episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Michael Nicolais, CEO of Loyalty Business Brokers, to explore how mindfulness shapes leadership, reduces stres...

🧠 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 brand apart for years to come.




In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we dive into how brands can carve out their unique white space by leading with a belief rather than just selling features.



🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Ash...

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 where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to thrive.




In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Devan Kline, Co-Founder and Visionary of Burn Boot Camp, a brand that has transformed from a fitness concept into a nationwide movement buil...

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 Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Dyer, Culture Catalyst, Entrepreneur, and globally recognized expert in remote work and leadership.




His 7 Pillar Strategy has helped thousands of organizations unlock new levels of productivity, performance, an...

🧠 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 this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we unpack how to create purpose-led customer personas that speak to the why behind the buy—and why traditional segmentation is no longer enough.




🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Mike Liwski...

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 edge.




In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we explore The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Business with Christine Heckart, CEO and Founder of Xapa, a former C-suite executive at companies like Microsoft, Cisco, and Juniper Networks.




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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 this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re talking with Tyler Wynn, President of Ledgers USA, about what it means to build business through community, not control.




Tyler leads a purpose-driven accounting firm that puts people before process. In this ...

🧠 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 it?




In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we unpack what it really means to build your brand narrative around purpose, and why your purpose needs to be more than a slogan.






🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Mike Liwski, and...

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 optional in fast-paced industries like sales.




On this episode ofThe Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author Glenn Poulos, whose book Never Sit in the Lobby has become a go-to resource for sales professionals who want to win wi...

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 viewed as optional rather than essential in the C-suite.




Join us this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with guest Holly Golebiowski, Partner at LeaderSkills. Holly brings over two decades of leadership experience and coaching to the conversation, showing why e...

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 ask REI or Dr. Bronner’s, two companies that have said bold "no's" to stay true to their values and built trust that lasts.




In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we unpack how to use purpose not just as a statement, but as a decision-making tool.



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Is your marketing ready for the future?




In the final episode 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 unpack how brands can future-proof their marketing investments in a world of constant change.




From AI and cookie deprecation to evolving buyer behavior, this episode explores:




* Why marketing innovation begins with testing and split experimentation


* How to pre...

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 making ca...

According to Deloitte, companies with strong purpose alignment see 30% higher levels of innovation and retention. Yet many organizations still treat purpose like a branding exercise instead of a leadership strategy.




Join us this episode of the Marketing With Purpose Kit, where we explore how aligning teams around purpose transforms not just messaging, but momentum.




🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Mike Liwski, and Tullio Siragusa


🎧 Produced by Tullio Siragusa




In this conversatio...

Are you measuring what truly matters in your marketing?




In Episode 3 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 break down how to measure marketing performance in ways that actually improve your return on ad spend.




They cover:




* Why a 30-second phone call shouldn’t count as a conversion


* How to use Google Tag Manager and GA4 to track meaningful actions


* What...

Are you setting the right goals for your marketing dollars?




In Episode 2 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 break down how to set realistic marketing goals and calculate true cost per lead using tools like Google’s Conversion Value Calculator.




Whether you're a startup or scaling brand, this episode gives you the roadmap to:




* Align expectations with your act...

Does your brand actually feel human to your audience?


In this week’s episode of the Marketing with Purpose Kit on The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re going beyond features and benefits. This is about emotional relevance.




🎧 Episode: Finding the Human Truth Behind Your Brand
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach, Tullio Siragusa, and Mike Liwski


🎧 Produced by Tullio Siragusa




In this episode:





Why brands that speak to universal human truths outperform transactional messaging





How ...

Is your marketing spend an investment or just another cost center?




On the latest episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, Tullio Siragusa, who leads the agency's Fractional CMO services, kicks off a special 5-part series with Josh Prizer, VP of Digital Marketing at Zero Company.




In Episode 1, Turning Costs into Investments, they explore the mindset shift every business needs to make: stop treating marketing like an expense and start managing it like a strategic asset.




Josh breaks...

What if elder care wasn’t just about services, but about restoring dignity and human connection?




📊 According to the World Health Organization, more than 40 percent of adults over 60 experience loneliness or isolation, which has been linked to serious health risks including depression and cognitive decline.




Join us this Thursday for a powerful episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with guest Patricia Morrison, Founder and Owner of Social Pulse Home Care Agency, a home care agency resh...

Can emotional intelligence be the key to stronger teams, better performance, and deeper brand loyalty?




📊 According to McKinsey, leaders with high emotional intelligence drive 30% higher engagement and 20% stronger performance outcomes. Yet EQ is still undervalued in many executive circles.




Join us this Tuesday for a new episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with guest Laura Rice, Chief Marketing Officer of Celebree School, a seasoned marketing executive who believes EQ is not a soft ...

What if your brand had a marketing leader who didn’t just “get it done” but got you?




Join us as we explore the rise of the Concierge Fractional CMO, a high-touch, high-trust guide who aligns strategy with soul.




Discover how this model helps purpose-driven brands:


• Build emotionally resonant campaigns


• Scale with intention, not noise


• Curate the right team and tools, without hiring a huge department


• Operationalize empathy across every touchpoint


• Amplify their imp...

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 and business success, yet only 46% say their company actually operates that way.




Join us for a new episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with guest Tom Wood, President and CEO of Floor Coverings International, a seasoned entrepreneur leading with purpose and vision.
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