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beyond the deal Podcast(VIDEO) How to Adapt or Change A Business FocusIn this episode of Beyond The Deal, host Jill Yahnite sits down with attorney and entrepreneur Rocco Cozza, founder of the Cozza Law Group. Rocco shares his journey from the traditional corporate world to building a thriving firm grounded in authenticity, strategic growth, and empathy.
They dive deep into how business owners can step outside the frame — gaining clarity, aligning people and processes, and building real freedom as leaders. Rocco also opens up about the mindset shifts that helped him transform his career and guide clients through major pivots.
Guest Introduction:
Rocco Cozza is the fo...
2025-10-1532 minbeyond the deal Podcast(AUDIO) How to Adapt or Change A Business FocusIn this episode of Beyond The Deal, host Jill Yahnite sits down with attorney and entrepreneur Rocco Cozza, founder of the Cozza Law Group. Rocco shares his journey from the traditional corporate world to building a thriving firm grounded in authenticity, strategic growth, and empathy.
They dive deep into how business owners can step outside the frame — gaining clarity, aligning people and processes, and building real freedom as leaders. Rocco also opens up about the mindset shifts that helped him transform his career and guide clients through major pivots.
Guest Introduction:
Rocco Cozza is the fo...
2025-10-1532 minbeyond the deal Podcast(VIDEO) Building a Purpose Beyond Mission, Vision and ValuesHey there, Beyond the Deal listeners! It’s Jill Yahnite, and I’m pumped to bring you Episode 3 with John Bernatovicz, a serial entrepreneur who’s shaking up the HR world. We dive into his journey from ADP sales to owning an HR consulting firm and a water vending business—talk about variety! John’s book, HR Like a Boss, is all about making work meaningful, and he shares how to build a purpose-driven culture that employees love. We also unpack his “Purpose is Paramount” talk, showing why your business needs a clear “why” to thrive. If you’re a business owner or le...
2025-09-1832 minbeyond the deal Podcast(AUDIO) Building a Purpose Beyond Mission, Vision and ValuesHey there, Beyond the Deal listeners! It’s Jill Yahnite, and I’m pumped to bring you Episode 3 with John Bernatovicz, a serial entrepreneur who’s shaking up the HR world. We dive into his journey from ADP sales to owning an HR consulting firm and a water vending business—talk about variety! John’s book, HR Like a Boss, is all about making work meaningful, and he shares how to build a purpose-driven culture that employees love. We also unpack his “Purpose is Paramount” talk, showing why your business needs a clear “why” to thrive. If you’re a business owner or le...
2025-09-1832 minbeyond the deal Podcast(VIDEO) Supporting Clients & Employees through Economic Uncertainty.Hey everyone, it's Jill Yahnite here on Beyond the Deal, where we dive deep into the strategies that take businesses further. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime acquaintance Barbara Vankirk, founder of IQ Inc., a custom software development firm she's grown over 30 years. We chat about weathering economic storms from 9/11 to COVID, building lasting client relationships, fostering a flexible employee culture, and harnessing AI for smarter product development and skills tracking. Barbara shares how in-person connections still matter in sales, the differences in working with startups versus big corporations, and why failing fast with new tech...
2025-07-2530 minbeyond the deal Podcast(AUDO) Supporting Clients & Employees through Economic Uncertainty.Hey everyone, it's Jill Yahnite here on Beyond the Deal, where we dive deep into the strategies that take businesses further. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime acquaintance Barbara Vankirk, founder of IQ Inc., a custom software development firm she's grown over 30 years. We chat about weathering economic storms from 9/11 to COVID, building lasting client relationships, fostering a flexible employee culture, and harnessing AI for smarter product development and skills tracking. Barbara shares how in-person connections still matter in sales, the differences in working with startups versus big corporations, and why failing fast with new tech...
2025-07-2531 minbeyond the deal Podcast(VIDEO) From Farm to Fortune: Steve OrvisHey, dealmakers! Join me, Jill Yahnite, on Beyond the Deal as I dive into the inspiring journey of Steven Orvis, a serial entrepreneur who’s traded the W-2 grind for farm ownership and business acquisitions. From learning the hard lessons of cattle farming to navigating the acquisition of a 34-year-old business, Steven shares actionable insights on entrepreneurship, trust in deals, and finding the right business fit. Curious about escaping the 9-to-5 or scaling your side hustle? This episode is packed with tips to fuel your entrepreneurial fire. Subscribe, like, and share to keep exploring Beyond the Deal!
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2025-07-1232 minbeyond the deal Podcast(AUDIO) From Farm to Fortune: Steve OrvisHey, dealmakers! Join me, Jill Yahnite, on Beyond the Deal as I dive into the inspiring journey of Steven Orvis, a serial entrepreneur who’s traded the W-2 grind for farm ownership and business acquisitions. From learning the hard lessons of cattle farming to navigating the acquisition of a 34-year-old business, Steven shares actionable insights on entrepreneurship, trust in deals, and finding the right business fit. Curious about escaping the 9-to-5 or scaling your side hustle? This episode is packed with tips to fuel your entrepreneurial fire. Subscribe, like, and share to keep exploring Beyond the Deal!
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2025-07-1132 min