The Bliss Business Podcast
The Bliss Business Podcast
The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness in business. Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace. B.L.I.S.S. "Building Love Into Scalable Systems"
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The Bliss Business Podcast

The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness in business. Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace.

B.L.I.S.S.
"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"

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June 4, 2025

The Scoop on Purpose: Turning Overlooked Work into Impactful Careers

What happens when you take a seemingly mundane service and infuse it with dignity, joy, and a mission to serve the planet?
Julie Harrell, President of Cooper Scoopers, is doing just that. Her company may be in the pet waste removal business, but be…

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June 2, 2025

Credo-Led Leadership: Why Principles, Not Policies, Will Shape the Future of Business

When you’re managing a company that has grown from a single vacation rental to a national hospitality brand operating in over 18 markets, most leaders would reach for org charts, operational SOPs, and management consultants. But for Steve Schw…

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June 2, 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 a live episode of The Bliss Business Podcast as we talk with Ryan Scott, Head of Product at DNA Behavior, about how forward-thinking companies are using behavioral insights to redesign how we work.

📅 Thursday, June 5, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM PDT
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sa…

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June 2, 2025

Marketing with Purpose Kit: Traditional CMO vs. The Category Architect

The Traditional CMO is Dead. Long Live the Category Architect.

For years, CMOs have been stuck on a tactical treadmill:
🎯 Generate leads
📈 Prove ROI
💰 Cut ad spend

But in a noisy, AI-saturated landscape, is optimization enough?

This Wednesday on The Bliss Business Podcast’s Marketing with Purpose Kit, we unpack a better path forward:

+ What it really means to be a “Category Architect”
+ How to lead with belief, not just branding
+ Why movements …

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May 30, 2025

Fostering a Culture of Inclusivity 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 beyond check-the-box diversity initiatives.

Join us live for a powerful conversation with Sheree Knowles, award-winning HR executive and CEO of HR Knowledge Source and Human Capital Academy, on how to move from diversity optics to lasting, inclusive imp…

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May 28, 2025

John Hewitt on Love Belonging in Business #podcast #leadership #franchise #businessgrowth

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, Liberty Tax, and now @loyaltybrands a franchise network built on trust, service, and mission-driven growth.

🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski

In this episode, we’ll explore:

✅ How John has scaled multiple companies by leading wi…

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Reviews

One of the Best: Deep Insights, Tools & Wisdom on How To Run a Successful Business!
I listen to a lot of podcasts and honestly, the Bliss Business Podcast is one of the best. Every single guest offers deep insights and wisdom on how to run a successful business grounded in empathy, connection, and a sense of purpose. The innovation, lessons, tips, tools and book references are truly invaluable for any business looking to scale.
Bridging the Startup Gap with Bruce Cleveland - Definitely Worth Your Time
Bruce Cleveland's episode on The Bliss Business Podcast is a masterclass in startup growth. He breaks down why so many companies stumble in the go-to-market phase and how his Traction Gap Framework helps bridge that dangerous gap between MVP and a scalable business. His insights on evolving from founder to high-impact leader, and the importance of emotional intelligence and purpose in building enduring companies, are both practical and inspiring. If you're building a startup or investing in one,
Refreshing Perspective
The Bliss Business Podcast offers a refreshing perspective on integrating empathy and emotional intelligence into business practices. Hosts Stephen Sakach, Tullio Siragusa, and Ash Maher bring diverse expertise in digital marketing, human-centric innovation, and data analytics, creating a dynamic and insightful listening experience. The podcast is well curated and presented, and the energy is fantastic.

About the Hosts

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Stephen Sakach

Producer, Host, Blog Contributor

Stephen is the host of The BLISS Business Podcast. As founder and CEO of a digital marketing and software firm, Stephen pioneers empathetic AI development and oversees strategy for a wide range of clients. He brings a diverse background spanning three decades of digital media, marketing, journalism and in-depth study of human consciousness.

Seeking to embed empathy and human-centered values into all aspects of an organization, Stephen established his digital firm's guiding ethos to “Build Love Into Scalable Systems” (BLISS) - a vision for scaling with compassion by shaping business brands, systems and culture to nurture understanding and care from the inside out.

Through interviews and discerning commentary, he makes the abstract tangible - turning research and teachings into applicable wisdom for kinder living and deeper connections.

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Tullio Siragusa

Producer, Host, Blog Contributor

Tullio is a strategic advisor, dynamic speaker, author, and EQ coach, with 36 years of experience as a technology disruptor with a focus on Design Thinking. Tullio remains steadfast in his advocacy for human-centric innovation and cultivating organizations rooted in purpose.

His commitment to promoting a human-centric approach to innovation is further underscored by his role as an Advisory Board Member to the University of California, Riverside, Design Thinking Executive Program, and The University of San Francisco, School of Management, Digital Marketing Program.

His role as a Board Advisor at AI2030.org amplifies this commitment, steering AI development towards a horizon of sustainability and ethical practices. Moreover, as a founding member of Radical Purpose.org his ethos is clear: Empathy isn’t just a trait, but an imperative in shaping both business and life.

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Michael Liwiski

Host, Blog Contributor

Michael is known for his expertise in enterprise marketing and ROI optimization. With over two decades of experience in Financial Services, SaaS, IT Consulting, and Cybersecurity. His certifications, including Google Ads and FINRA Series 7 and 24, highlight his continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise in marketing. He serves as the Vice President of Strategic Performance at Zero Company.

A native Angeleno and devoted USC Trojan fan (#FightON), Michael is committed to positive impact both professionally and personally. He volunteers as a hospital liaison in bloodless medicine and patient blood management treatments. His volunteer work includes aiding remote Panamanian fishing villages, and he has competed in triathlons and pickleball tournaments, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and community engagement.

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Michele Brasfield

Host, Guest Development

Michele has been immersed in digital marketing since the days when Overture and Yahoo dominated, and Google was just an ambitious startup. As Zero Company's sales lead, she relishes learning about a client’s journey and the highs and lows of running their business. Her favorite podcast is “How I Built This.”

A proud Portland State grad, Michele embodies the spirit of Portland: friendly, creative, a foodie, and earth-conscious. She loves yoga and outdoor activities, including biking to work, hiking, swimming, and stand-up paddle-boarding. Michele's values include compassion, kindness, and flexibility. She emphasizes integrity, curiosity, creativity, and gratitude. Family, spiritual growth, health, and well-being are central to her life.

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Josh Prizer

Host, Guest Development

Since 2002, Josh has been an integral part of the Zero Company team. Managing clients with multi-million dollar annual ad spend. Josh is an expert in Google, Bing and Programmatic advertising (Display, Video & CTV).

He loves helping a business grow into their potential and seeing how that growth can help change the lives of those running it. Josh also enjoys volunteering for the community -- both as an educator inspiring change, empathy and love in the world, and as a local baseball umpire.

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Ash Maher

Co-Host

Ash is a digital marketing guru who excels in PPC, SEO, social media, and data analytics. His thorough analysis leads to innovative growth strategies, aligning with the ethos of infusing love into business systems.

Outside work, he channels his creativity as a DJ in Los Angeles, crafting immersive sound experiences. Ash's blend of analytical acumen and artistic expression underlines his commitment to continuous innovation and personal growth.