Business and Tech

MARCH 21, 2022

Elizabeth Baumel, software engineering lead at Unity, and Gracie Arenas Strittmatter, technical art director at EA Sports, discuss how women and those in other marginalized groups are advocating for themselves in the gaming industry. Elizabeth Baumel Software Engineering Lead, Unity.

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Cris Beswick

MAY 1, 2024

First, let’s unpack a Culture OF Innovation vs A Culture FOR Innovation. Innovation is not a monolithic entity that can be injected into an organisation’s cultural fabric. So, fostering a thriving culture for innovation within an organisation requires more than buzzwords and well-intentioned initiatives.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 26, 2025

But the secret to Blos growth isnt just business strategyits culture, community, and care. Franchisees are selected not just for operational competence, but for cultural fit. What started as a single bar has grown into North Americas original and largest blow dry bar franchise. They need to love building relationships, Vanessa shared.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast , we sat down with Ardie Harrison, a trailblazer in building inclusive workplace cultures. Different organizations define and experience inclusion in unique ways based on their culture, industry, and workforce. But how do we move from intention to impact? Inclusion isnt one-size-fits-all.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 31, 2025

Culture, purpose, and an unwavering focus on people. Creating a Win-Win-Win Culture A key takeaway from the conversation was Brandons emphasis on what he calls the art of the win-win-win. With the right mindset, structure, and support, businesses can build cultures where people thrive, communities grow, and innovation flourishes.

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CorporateIntel

JANUARY 17, 2023

Some types of professions like software engineering seem particularly well suited to remote working as has been evinced by decades of sharing libraries and contributing to enterprise projects, where most of the engineer’s time is spent on individually created program code that is later assembled with other modules.

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Planview

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Mik Kersten, Chief Technology Officer, Planview Janaki Palaniappan, Partner, McKinsey & Company Dave West, product owner and CEO, Scrum.org Our virtual event featured 52 presentations in the following tracks: product operating model, investment and value realization, value stream flow, and organizational design and culture.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 9, 2025

And its about building cultures where strength and compassion coexist. But the bigger payoff may be cultural. They flourish when leaders lead not just with directionbut with intention. Warm leadership isnt about being nice. Its about showing up fully. Its about creating psychological safety.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

These programs give employees a platform to connect over shared values, creating a culture of unity and purpose. These shared experiences are invaluable for building empathy and strengthening organizational culture, Sarah noted. Reflection: How can your organization align its values with opportunities for employees to make an impact?

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 14, 2025

Its a culture built around something far deeper: delivering daily moments of peace, awe, and community through a shared love of birds and nature. The Power of Culture, Consistency, and Connection One of the most impressive aspects of Wild Birds Unlimited is how it maintains such a strong and joyful culture across hundreds of locations.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Cross-Cultural Leadership: Navigating the Global Tapestry In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to lead across diverse cultural landscapes is not just an asset; it’s a necessity. This blog explores the intricacies of cross-cultural leadership and offers strategies for leaders to effectively navigate this complex terrain.

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Tullio Siragusa

DECEMBER 26, 2022

The leading players are: US Department of Transportation, European Commission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (India), Smart City Mission (India), and UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport. Software engineering services companies that can provide these solutions will have a significant opportunity to grow.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 19, 2025

And how can business leaders create cultures that not only drive performance but also cultivate a deep sense of trust, belonging, and shared purpose? It demands a culture where employees, franchisees, and customers all feel valued, heard, and supported. Culture without accountability wont get anything done.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This model, as Kirkpatrick explained, is not only about removing layers of bureaucracy but about fostering a culture of autonomy and mutual respect. The Role of Transparency in Building Trust Transparency is a cornerstone of the self-management model, and Kirkpatrick emphasized its importance in creating a culture of trust and accountability.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By understanding the emotional and psychological needs of employees, organizations can build cultures that inspire rather than coerce. This creates a culture of trust and collaboration, rather than fear and compliance. When employees’ needs for meaning, belonging, and impact are met, they will naturally be more engaged and motivated.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 24, 2025

These qualitative shiftsgreater awareness, new perspectives, renewed commitmentare where culture begins to evolve. Its a cultural differentiator, a leadership advantage, and a guiding force that allows organizations to build trustboth inside and out. Chriss answer was grounded and thought-provoking. In fact, theyre deeply intertwined.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Tullio has spent decades integrating disruptive technologies with emotional intelligence, helping leaders navigate growth, innovation, and cultural transformation. How am I building a culture of purpose in my business? Yet, his greatest insights didnt come from closing deals or leading companies.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Cultivating High-Performance Teams Building a high-performance culture isnt for the faint of heart. Reflection : Are you creating a culture where honest conversations about weaknesses are encouraged? Bren acknowledged that while many aspire to be part of such environments, not everyone thrives in them.

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Tullio Siragusa

MAY 13, 2024

Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake As businesses continue to evolve, the qualities sought in C-suite leaders must evolve too. The Acquirable Nature of Industry Expertise vs. The Art of Cultural Leadership Industry expertise, while valuable, is often overrated.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 7, 2025

Organizations must build cultures of trust, where people feel safe to think differently and act autonomously. This evolution requires a reprogramming of traditional leadership: Leaders must let go of control and manage by outcomes, not hours. Employees must learn to self-direct and find motivation in purpose, not micromanagement.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 29, 2024

Empathy and Connection: Transforming Business Culture In the introductory episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, hosted by Stephen Sakach, Ash Maher, and Tullio Siragusa, a profound discussion unfolded around the importance of empathy, connection, and consciousness in the business world.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Businesses that embrace it dont just retain employees longer, they cultivate cultures of creativity and adaptability. Redefining Leadership Through Empathy For many, empathy is seen as a soft skill something thats nice to have but not essential for success. Andrea makes it clear that empathy is anything but optional.

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Idea to Value

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

When you have the processes and the culture in place to bring new developments to market quickly, you can naturally react to changes in the market much faster than the competition. Ability to adapt to change faster.

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Tullio Siragusa

JANUARY 27, 2025

Can you create a culture where leaders are in service to their communities, not just their bottom lines? Sum also highlighted the importance of understanding history and context, helping leaders connect the past to the present and make informed, compassionate decisions. Challenge: What does empathy look like in action for your team?

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Tullio Siragusa

JANUARY 20, 2025

As Ganesan shared, the success of his businesses goes beyond profits; its about creating meaningful connections and fostering a culture where employees are valued not just for their output, but as whole human beings. Mindfulness in leadership is about being fully present and connected with your team, customers, and yourself.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 13, 2023

Sales and marketing teams have a unique responsibility as they are often the front line of a company, representing not only the products and services but also the company’s values and culture. This means creating a culture that values diversity and fosters inclusion by ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Nurture a culture of healthy questioning, risk-taking and continuous learning. Foster a culture of trust and horizontal collaboration. Invest in a DevOps Culture Sophisticated AI capabilities require rapid, high-quality software releases. With the right culture, DevOps turbocharges innovation.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 7, 2023

Cultivating a Culture of Action: By introducing unconventional challenges like this, you foster a culture where action and decisiveness are valued. It’s about more than just moving quickly; it’s about aligning actions with goals, building trust with clients, and fostering a culture that embraces decisive action.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 28, 2023

This path prioritizes skill development, both personal and professional, along with the cultivation of a positive organizational culture. A culture driven by quick wins is likely to be fraught with instability and a lack of cohesion. Open Fe edback Encourage a culture where feedback is actively sought and constructively acted upon.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The Role of Empathy in Leadership: A New Standard for Industry Disruption Many leaders are focused on technological innovation as the primary driver of success. However, as Andrew Antar — CEO and founder of Tune.fm — emphasized on a recent episode of The Bliss Business Podcast , empathy may be the key to true industry disruption.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 3, 2025

Empowering Employees to Lead withPurpose A major theme in the conversation was how leaders can create cultures of ownership and purpose-driven actionnot just at the executive level, but throughout an entire company. When businesses align their objectives with community impact, everyone benefits.

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Planview

MARCH 18, 2022

For this month’s blog spotlight , we are going to travel to Bangalore and follow Geetika to spend a day in the life of a Software Development Engineer Test manager. Here is what Geetika had to say: Explain your role as a Software Development Engineer Test Manager and a few of your responsibilities.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 12, 2023

Promote a Culture of Open Communication : Establish channels for open and honest communication. Leaders who genuinely embrace an EQ centered approach to empowerment don’t just create teams; they create cultures and legacies.” Encourage Participation : Invite ideas and feedback from your team.

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Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This lack of accountability lets toxic executives off the hook, eroding the company’s culture and affecting its bottom line. An empathetic culture is attractive not just to potential employees but also to consumers and investors. Furthermore, the profitability linked to empathy goes beyond employee retention and engagement.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 31, 2023

Whether it manifests in individual fulfillment, enhanced organizational benefits, or the creation of a more genuine and compassionate corporate culture, these transitions are emblematic of success redefined. Far from being a retreat, it’s a thoughtful alignment of life’s priorities, passions, and purpose.

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Qmarkets

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The firm has a strong internal culture, focused on values such as building remarkable careers and unrivaled relationships. The firm’s name is a portmanteau of “forward vision” and that, too, is a foundational element of its culture, which also includes a robust commitment to innovation.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 5, 2023

By analyzing data about consumer behavior, AI can help businesses offer personalized, emotionally resonant experiences, creating a truly people-centric business culture. This culture becomes the nucleus of a community of interest, engaging not just customers, but also employees, partners, vendors, investors, and other stakeholders.

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