Emotional intelligence is often called a “soft skill,” yet research shows it can account for more than half of job performance in many roles and is one of the strongest predictors of effective leadership.
At the same time, many employees still experience leaders who are distant, reactive, or purely numbers driven. The gap between what people need and how leaders show up has never been more visible.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with franchise lead…
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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Empathy gets talked about a lot in leadership, but too often it stays at the level of slogans.
Many employees still experience leaders who are distant, reactive, or purely numbers driven, even as research shows that empathetic leadership drives higher engagement, innovation, and loyalty.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Teresa Johnson, CEO of Color Me Mine, to explore what empathy in leadership looks like in the real world of franchise studios, …
We have access to fast transactions and endless options, but people are craving something deeper from the brands they choose.
Recent workplace surveys show that most employees and customers want to feel part of a real community, not just another number in a system.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Heather Neary, President and CEO of Taco John’s, to explore what it really means to build community and connection in business.
Heather shares…
Today the “future of work” often sounds like a buzzword, because most people are still living with outdated models.
Recent research from McKinsey shows that a little over half of workers prefer remote or flexible arrangements, and flexible work models are now one of the top reasons people change jobs.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Alex Filipuk, CEO and Founder of Ideal Siding, to explore what truly innovative work models look like in a hands-…
In an era of polished ads and AI-generated content, consumers crave one thing above all: authentic connection.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Darren Keeler, VP of Marketing & Creative at Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar. Since 2019, Darren has been the creative captain behind the Shack’s genuine, fun-loving brand — blending coastal culture, crave-worthy food, and heartfelt storytelling to fuel growth across the fast-expanding S…
In a business world obsessed with quarterly results, too many leaders still treat purpose as optional instead of essential. Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report shows that only about one in four employees strongly agree their organization cares about their wellbeing.
At the same time, long term studies on purpose driven and stakeholder oriented companies, such as Firms of Endearment, show that businesses that put people and purpose at the center can dramatically outperform t…
Ninety percent of top performers share one thing in common: emotional intelligence. Yet many organizations still focus on technical skills over the human skills that drive trust, retention, and growth.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Lemcke, CEO of Weed Man, to explore how emotional intelligence transforms leadership, culture, and the bottom line.
Jennifer shares her insights on:
• The link between empathy and franchise success
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According to Gartner, companies with strong marketing–sales alignment can see up to a 208% increase in marketing revenue contribution. Yet many organizations still treat marketing as a cost center instead of a strategic growth driver.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Jennifer Sullivan, Fractional Chief Growth Officer at Hollywood Dialect Coach. Jennifer brings nearly two decades of experience driving profitable growth and tran…
In a world obsessed with productivity, many leaders overlook the one factor that drives it all: connection.
A recent Deloitte study found that 74% of employees want more flexibility and meaning in how they work. Yet too many companies still design systems for control instead of trust.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Cowden, CRO and Architect of Warmspace, to explore what it takes to build human-centered work models for the future.
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According to Harvard Business Review, purpose-driven companies outperform competitors by 42 percent in profitability and retention.
Yet too often, leaders treat profit as the goal instead of the result of meaningful, people-centered business.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we explore what Conscious Capitalism looks like in practice, where purpose and profit grow together.
Our guest, Neal Courtney, CEO of Cookie Cutters, joins us to share how leading wi…
A Deloitte study found that organizations with strong cross-functional collaboration are 60% more likely to exceed performance expectations. Yet many marketing teams still operate in silos, leading to missed opportunities, duplicate work, and inconsistent customer experiences.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Katherine LeBlanc, SVP of Marketing at 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions.
Katherine is a dynamic marketing lead…
Only 33 percent of employees strongly agree they feel connected to their company’s mission (Gallup, 2024).
That lack of connection impacts everything from engagement to innovation.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we explore how community and connection can transform not only workplace culture but also business performance.
Our guest, Mark Van Wye, CEO of Zoom Room, joins us to discuss how purpose, empathy, and relationships can become a company’s greatest gr…
Only 31 percent of employees strongly agree that their company cares about their well-being (Gallup, 2024). That’s not just a people problem, it’s a business problem.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Brian Kellerman, CEO at GoGather, to explore how intentional connection transforms company culture, leadership, and performance.
📅 Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM PST
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach and Mike Liwski
🎧 Produced by Tullio S…
According to McKinsey, 70% of consumers say their sense of connection to a brand influences their purchasing decisions. Yet many companies still overlook the importance of empathy and purpose in shaping authentic marketing strategies that truly resonate.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Stephen Sakach, Founder and CEO of Zero Company and aiCMO. Stephen brings over two decades of experience helping brands grow through data-driv…
Only 32% of employees believe their company truly lives its stated values (Deloitte, 2024). That gap between words and actions is where trust is lost — and where conscious capitalism steps in.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Fine Wilson, Founder and CEO of Gigglewaters, to explore how values-driven leadership and authentic connection can transform a business from profitable to purposeful.
📅 Tuesday, November 4, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM PST
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…
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…
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…
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 …
Research from Harvard Business Review shows that 90% of top performers possess high emotional intelligence. Yet many organizations still prioritize technical skills over emotional skills when developing leaders.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Kim Daly, Founder and CEO of The Zee Suite. Kim is a nationally recognized franchise consultant, business coach, and one of the top-producing advisors with FranChoice.
With over two decades of experience …
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 a LIVE episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Lyn Christian, founder of SoulSalt Inc. and master certified coach, as we explore how empathy, purpose, and confidence work together to shape powerful leadership.
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski
In this episode, we’ll…
According to Harvard Business Review, purpose-driven brands outperform the market by 42%—yet many organizations still struggle to infuse genuine empathy and meaning into their marketing.
The key lies in understanding that purpose isn’t just a message—it’s a mindset that guides every interaction and decision.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Ash Maher, Chief Marketing Officer at Falcon Wealth Planning. Ash brings exten…
Seventy-three percent of employees say they want to work for companies that balance profit with purpose, yet fewer than one in four believe their employer truly does (Deloitte Human Values Index, 2025).
The truth is, business has the power to heal or to harm, and that power depends on how consciously it is led.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Raj Sisodia, Co-Founder of Conscious Capitalism and Author of Firms of Endearment, to explore how love, …