Digital-First Leadership

This crossover episode brings together two powerhouse podcasts. Join our hosts Richard Bliss from “Digital-First Leadership” and Lia Bliss from “Master Your Bliss Life” as they unravel game-changing concepts that will redefine how you present yourself personally and professionally.

Ever wondered why some LinkedIn profiles grab your attention while others fade into the background? Richard and Lia discuss the importance of crafting a compelling 'About' section that resonates with your values, because here’s a mind-blowing revelation: it's not just about the jobs you've had, but the values that drive you. Learn how to create a lasting impact on how you present yourself to the professional world, and gain insights on the crucial hiring process for cultural fit and cultivating intentional growth within your team.

Richard shares a weekly LinkedIn tip through text message. Sign up by texting the hashtag LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. OR sign up for his weekly LinkedIn tip by texting the hashtag #LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. Stay updated on the latest changes and make the most out of your LinkedIn presence.


Hosts: Richard Bliss and  Lia Bliss

Richard on LinkedIn
Lia on LinkedIn and Instagram

Richard’s Books: Digital-First Leadership And The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever

Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

In this episode, Richard is joined by Sandee Rodriguez, a promotional marketing consultant and the owner of D and S Designs. She's also the founder and business advisor of Sandee Solves and leads the CEO Council's high-level masterminds for successful women founders. Listen in as they cover promotional marketing and uncover strategies to elevate your branding efforts. In the world of promotional products, it's not just about offering the lowest price. It’s about delivering effective products that yield results and provide value. Take advantage of this valuable conversation.

Richard shares a weekly LinkedIn tip through text message. Sign up by texting the hashtag LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. OR sign up for his weekly LinkedIn tip by texting the hashtag #LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. Stay updated on the latest changes and make the most out of your LinkedIn presence.

In The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever, Sandee Rodriguez wrote Chapter 25: How to Make Promotional Products Sing
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Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Sandee Rodriguez on LinkedIn and her websites D and S Designs and Sandee Solves

Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

On this episode, Richard is joined by Lisa Apolinski, co-author of The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever, along with Richard and over 30 other experts in marketing. Lisa shares her insights on the importance of customer experience in the digital world, emphasizing the need to make customer experiences personal and build trust through human connection. They discuss the risks of underestimating the power of micro-influencers and the impact of corporate culture on brand messaging. Tune in to this inspiring episode of Digital-First Leadership with Lisa Apolinski.

Richard shares a weekly LinkedIn tip through text message. Sign up by texting the hashtag LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. OR sign up for his weekly LinkedIn tip by texting the hashtag #LinkedIn to 415-534-9722. Stay updated on the latest changes and make the most out of your LinkedIn presence.

Lisa Apolinski wrote Chapter 6: Moving Customer Experience to the Digital Front in The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever

Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Lisa Apolinski

- Lisa's website at www.threedogwrite.com for additional resources.

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Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

In this episode, Richard sits down with guest Ian Anderson Gray, who collaborated with over 30 experts to write The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever. If you're a beginner in live streaming, this episode is a must-listen. Ian's most basic advice is to keep it simple and start without waiting for fancy equipment. Join the conversation as they tackle the importance of authenticity, overcoming nervousness, and avoiding comparison traps. Gain expert advice on technology, equipment, engaging your audience, and using live video as a content creation tool. Dive into Ian's journey as an author and uncover the secrets to authentic on-camera presence. Discover the art of connecting in the digital age and tap into Ian's live video marketing expertise. With practical tips and valuable insights, this episode is essential for digital-first leaders navigating the world of live video.

In The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever, Ian Anderson Gray wrote Chapter 12:The Extraordinary Power of Live Streaming

Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Ian Anderson Gray and his website IAG.me

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In this episode, Richard Bliss is joined by Katelyn Richards, founder of Crafted Careers. Katelyn’s focus and expertise are in employee retention, advocacy, and talent acquisition using the LinkedIn platform. Companies that have succeeded on LinkedIn have utilized LinkedIn’s untapped potential as a platform for turning employees into brand advocates. Richard and Katelyn’s discussion includes finding and placing candidates, highlighting traditional job ad limitations, and LinkedIn's power to engage with potential hires. Uncover the true essence of LinkedIn as a social platform where authenticity prevails and information can be easily verified. Gain valuable insights on employer branding, relationship building, and expanding your audience through meaningful conversations and comments. Avoid common LinkedIn pitfalls, such as immediately pitching products or services without establishing a connection. Discover why empowering employees on LinkedIn leads to higher retention rates and attracts top talent. This episode is a must-listen for professionals seeking growth and success. 

Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Katelyn Richards

Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

In this episode of Digital-First Leadership, Richard’s guest is Jeff Tarran, the COO of Gunderson Direct, one of the US's largest independent direct mail agencies. For over 25 years, he's helped businesses of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, start and grow successful mail programs. Today's discussion with a co-author of The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever emphasizes crafting compelling offers and calls to action and optimizing landing environments for customer research. They also explore the unique advantages of direct mail, such as its engagement of eye-hand coordination and its ability to complement digital media to make products feel more real. Tune in to this episode of Digital-First Leadership to hear Jeff Tarran's expert insights on the power of personalized direct mail.

Jeff wrote chapter 21 of The Best Marketing Book Ever, called Building Your Business With Direct Mail

Host: Richard Bliss
Guest: Jeff Tarran

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On this episode of Digital-First Leadership, host Richard Bliss welcomes award-winning Corporate Communications and Marketing Innovator, Dan Nestle. Dan emphasizes the importance of companies becoming a publisher and being able to tell their own stories, as traditional PR methods of getting media coverage are becoming less effective and costly. By focusing on publishing their own stories through owned media channels, companies can gain more validity and attract interest from others. Dan and Richard have known each other for a while and recently met in person while working together on a book called "The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever." Dan leads communications for a Japanese manufacturing and retail company in North America and hosts a biweekly podcast called "The Dan Nestle Show." Tune in to this episode of Digital-First Leadership to learn more about the power of becoming a publisher, crisis management, fostering trust, and the intersection of technology and communication.

Dan wrote chapter 26 of The Best Marketing Book Ever called Strategic Communications: Trust Can Be Your Competitive Advantage

Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Dan Nestle

The Dan Nestle Show Podcast is available here, and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

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In this episode, Richard is joined by Giuseppe Fratoni & Al Boyle, who co-authored a chapter in The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever in collaboration with Richard and other experts in marketing. Giuseppe and Al wrote Chapter 13: Create a Powerful Marketing Message to Grab Your Ideal Client's Attention. Their chapter covers the differences and similarities between copywriting and messaging with actionable steps to improve your marketing. Listen in as Richard, Giuseppe, and Al discuss key messaging factors, like the importance of pointing out your customer's pain points, crafting your messaging to tell your customer exactly how you solve their problem,  and using language your customer understands.

Host: Richard Bliss
Guests: Giuseppe Fratoni & Al Boyle

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Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

In this episode, Richard Bliss is joined by Patricia Fripp. Patricia, the author of “Deliver Unforgettable Presentations,” specializes in turning brilliant executives, engineers, and experts in all fields into corporate rock stars.

As Patricia says in the interview, “The most important part is building your confidence that you are a charismatic speaker. You cannot expect to be good at any skill that you haven't focused attention on. And if anybody says, "I'm not a good speaker," I say, No, that isn't true. You are an untrained speaker. We are all untrained until we learn what we have to know. Don't focus on what you can't do. Focus on the magnificent speaker we are uncovering.”

Host: Richard Bliss  at https://blisspointconsult.com

Guest: Patricia Fripp at Fripp.com

Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith

In this episode of Digital-First Leadership, Keith Gilbert joins Richard. Keith is a specialist in sales enablement. One of the things that leaders find challenging today, particularly in this selling environment, is how to teach their team to find their customers, engage with them, and talk to them.

There are three key elements for companies to build a comprehensive sales enablement program, and Richard and Keith deep dive into each of these three areas: build trust and credibility with the sales and marketing teams you’re training and coaching, reinforce the training, and set up ongoing coaching for the sales teams.

Catch this episode today to improve the overall performance of your sales teams, increase win rates, and achieve higher quota attainment.

Host: Richard Bliss

Guest: Keith Gilbert

Podcast Manager: Kimberly Smith