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Welcome to build.your.own.brand. — your partner in career transformation and professional growth!

Whether you’re a recent graduate, a professional seeking new opportunities, a company aiming to boost sales performance, or in need of outplacement support, we’ve got you covered.

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Our Services

Career Coaching

Struggling with a resume that doesn’t get noticed or interviews that don’t lead to offers?

Let us help. Boost your career with our personalized coaching and workshops, designed to refine your skills and make you stand out in today’s job market.

Sales Training

Improve your team’s sales performance with our customized training programs. We offer tailored sessions and personalized video training that provide actionable insights and strategies, ensuring your team is equipped to excel in various sales environments.

Outplacement Services

Smoothly navigate career transitions with our expert outplacement support. We offer guidance and resources to assist individuals and organizations in managing job changes, including tailored support for veterans re-entering the workforce.

Team

dedication. expertise. passion.

Our team brings together over 60 years of collective expertise across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and more. We leverage our experience with both start-ups and Fortune 100 companies to offer comprehensive support in three key areas:

Career Coaching: Drawing from our backgrounds in nursing, healthcare management, and corporate sales, we help individuals secure their dream jobs and navigate successful career transitions. Our IAP Career College certifications enhance our ability to empower professionals with the skills and confidence needed to excel.

Sales Training: We specialize in elevating sales performance through personalized videos and tailored training programs. Our innovative approach ensures your team is equipped with effective strategies to thrive in a competitive market.

Outplacement Services: We provide dedicated support for professionals undergoing career transitions, including veterans returning to the workforce. Our expertise in outplacement services helps individuals and organizations manage changes smoothly and find new opportunities.

We take pride in our ability to deliver creative solutions and expert guidance across these critical areas, helping you achieve your career and organizational goals.

Founder & Coaching/Sales Leader

Certified Career Coach

Jason A. Zygadlo

With nearly two decades of experience in Medical Technology Sales, Jason Zygadlo founded build.your.own.brand, leveraging his expertise from pharmaceuticals and medical devices. He specializes in cardiothoracic, vascular, Women's health, and Oncology, having worked in startups and Fortune 100 companies.

A Kent State University graduate, Jason actively engages with his alma mater and fraternity, Alpha Tau Omega. He fosters a culture of hard work and success and finds inspiration in his family.

In his spare time, Jason enjoys college football, live music, travel, and lakeside relaxation.

Certified Career Coach

Tracy Stross MBA, BSN, RN

Tracy's career journey spans clinical and corporate healthcare roles, with her undergrad in Nursing from Kent State, she started as a Registered Nurse and expanded her expertise with an MBA in Healthcare from Baldwin Wallace University. She excelled in sales and clinical positions in medical device, technology, and consulting companies.

Her diverse experience and passion for guiding career transitions extends well beyond healthcare.

In her free time, Tracy enjoys family moments, live music, comedy clubs, wineries, and gardening, making her an excellent guide for individuals pursuing various career paths.

Business Consultant

Chris Lee

Chris combines over two decades’ experience providing sales, leadership, pre-sales guidance, and project management oversight for multiple high-profile organizations. Specializing in MedTech and Workforce Consulting, he focuses on building strategic partnerships with clients and delivering a highly differentiated customer experience. Born in Northeast Ohio and proud Kent State University graduate.

When he's not working with clients, he's focused on his family and in his free time he enjoys coaching football and spending as much time with his two children as possible.

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I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend Jason Zygadlo. Over the past 6 years, Jason has been an invaluable mentor and coach to me as I navigated the challenging terrain of medical sales.

There are individuals who offer advice, and then there are those who truly invest in others' success — Jason undoubtedly falls into the latter category. His unparalleled expertise and keen understanding of the medical sales domain enabled me to approach my career opportunities with greater confidence and clarity.

More specifically, Jason's assistance in refining my interview techniques and updating my resume proved transformative. With his guidance, I was not only able to clearly articulate my strengths and experiences, but I was also better equipped to address and navigate challenging interview scenarios, ultimately enhancing my marketability and leading to substantial career advancement.

Jason's genuine care for my personal and professional growth is what truly sets him apart. He possess a rare combination of sharp analytical skills, a wealth of industry knowledge, and a genuine desire to uplift those around them.

Jason is an incredible resource and mentor!

Marilu R.

Oncology Sales Professional, Bayer Pharmeceuticals

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