The Art of Compassionate Business with Dr. Bruno Roque Cignacco

In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with international business consultant, TEDx speaker, and author Dr. Bruno Roque Cignacco to explore a transformative idea: what if compassion was at the heart of every successful business?

With over 30 years of experience in international trade and business leadership, Dr. Bruno challenges the outdated, profit-first mindset and instead introduces a more human-centric approach—one where empathy, kindness, and connection drive real results.

Key Takeaways:

• Why compassion in the workplace leads to stronger performance and loyalty
• The strategic value of empathy in leadership and customer relationships
• How to create a positive ripple effect through human connection
• Simple, practical ways to build a more supportive and engaged business culture

Dr. Bruno shares stories, research, and actionable insights that prove compassionate business isn’t just idealistic—it’s effective, sustainable, and essential in today’s world.

Whether you’re a business owner, team leader, or just someone who values deeper meaning in your work, this episode will challenge you to rethink how business can—and should—be done.

About the Guest:

Dr. Bruno Roque Cignacco is a global business consultant, university professor, and author of The Art of Compassionate Business. His mission is to help leaders and organisations thrive by putting people before profits—proving that business done with heart is good for both the soul and the bottom line.

Listen now and discover how compassion could be your business’s greatest strength.

Grab a copy of the book using the link below.
The Art of Compassionate Business: Main Principles for the Human-Oriented Enterprise

Connect with Bruno below.
Website – https://brunocignacco.com

Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bruno-roque-cignacco-sfhea-0609317/

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