90% of top performers have high emotional intelligence, yet only 36% of people can recognize their emotions in real time (TalentSmart).
This gap matters because emotional intelligence, paired with gratitude, may be the most underrated driver of trust, loyalty, and long-term success in business.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Brendan Kamm, CEO of Thnks, the first global platform built on the principles of Gratitude Commerce. Under Brendan’s leadership, Thnks is redefining how professionals build stronger relationships through small, thoughtful gestures that scale across organizations.
📅 Thursday, September 11, 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM PDT
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach and Mike Liwski
🎧 Produced by Tullio Siragusa
🧭 In this episode, we explore:
• Why gratitude and EQ are inseparable in modern leadership
• How small gestures can transform customer and employee relationships
• Systems that embed appreciation into daily operations at scale
• Stories from organizations using Gratitude Commerce to build loyalty and culture
🎧 Whether you’re a founder, executive, or team leader, this conversation will show you how emotional intelligence, and the simple act of gratitude, can become a lasting business advantage.
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