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 beli…
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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.

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"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"

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May 14, 2025

Why Emotional Intelligence is the Most Overlooked Leadership Skill

When it comes to leadership, some traits are easy to recognize—decisiveness, strategic thinking, and resilience often top the list. But there’s one skill that’s just as crucial, yet often overlooked: emotional intelligence (EQ).
I…

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May 13, 2025

Innovative Work Models for the Future with Carnie Fryfogle

🔎 Did you know that 70% of franchise businesses fail within their first five years? (Source: Franchise Business Review)

But it doesn't have to be that way.

Join us for a LIVE episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Carnie Fryfogle, CEO of CR3 American Exteriors, as we explore how empathy, innovation, and purpose can transform franchise success.

📅 Thursday, May 15, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM PDT
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski

In this episode…

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May 12, 2025

Purpose Isn’t a Feel-Good Idea. It’s a Strategic Advantage

For decades, businesses have operated under a familiar equation: maximize profit at all costs. Quarterly earnings, revenue targets, and bottom lines have dictated decisions. But that equation is being redefined. Purpose and profit are no longer oppo…

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May 12, 2025

Scaling With Purpose Kit: Purpose Driven Branding and Marketing

What separates forgettable brands from beloved ones?

In this week’s episode of the Scaling with Purpose Kit, we explore how purpose-driven branding transforms customer relationships, creates emotional resonance, and builds movements—not just markets.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

✅ Why consistency across brand, voice, and experience is a purpose issue
✅ How to turn your mission into magnetic storytelling
✅ The secret behind emotional connection and 306% higher c…

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May 9, 2025

Building Community and Connection in Business with Aaron Morfin

Can a business become more than a brand—can it become a community?

Join us for a LIVE episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Aaron Morfin, CMO of Cilantro Taco Grill, as we explore how authenticity, empathy, and connection can transform a business.

📅 Tuesday, May 13, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM PDT
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski

In this episode, we’ll discuss:

+ How Aaron built a thriving brand rooted in family values and community care
+ The…

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May 7, 2025

Self-Management: The Most Overlooked Impactful Business Strategy in the Modern Workplace

What if we’ve been getting work wrong for the past century?
That’s the question Pim de Morree and his team at Corporate Rebels set out to answer nearly a decade ago. Frustrated by outdated corporate structures, Pim left his traditional …

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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.