The Performance Mindset Show

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Deena interviews Deena Zimmerman, a powerhouse in the retail commercial space. Amy and Deena delve into how she landed in real estate despite pursuing a psychology degree to become a therapist. Deena’s niche is tenant representation, and she shares what she loves about her job. During their conversation, Amy and Deena cover all the things, inc...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Joe Killinger, a social media master, entrepreneur, investor, and a trailblazer who successfully pioneered several companies. Amy and Joe discuss his dynamic approach to marketing his ventures across numerous sectors and how having a diverse team has helped drive his success. In this episode, you’ll hear: Joe Killinger’s backgro...

Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Natasha Falconi, a distinguished figure in multifamily real estate. Natasha is based in South Florida and carved out her niche by focusing on strategic investments and innovative growth strategies that significantly influence her portfolio and industry influence. Natasha has a background as a CPA and ran real estate investment companies f...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Kurt Jensen of Kessinger Hunter in Kansas City, Missouri. Hunter is an SIOR and is a principal at his firm, which focuses on industrial brokerage. He was born and raised in Kansas City, and Kurt is in business with his dad and brother. He is also a host of the podcast ON AIRE with Team Jensen. In this episode, you’ll hear: How K...

Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Carrie Bobb, a commercial real estate agent with Foundry Commercial in Nashville. She was previously with Carrie Bobb & Co. and is the founder of hellojenny. Carrie specializes in mixed-use developments, evoking emotion through retail leasing. Hellojenny develops digital strategies for commercial real estate by aligning the social med...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes Antje Pepper, co-founder of KEEP>GOING First Aid. Antje is originally from Germany, met her American husband in New Zealand, and they ultimately settled in the United States. Their business started when they realized there was a real need for first aid kits geared toward families, leading to the foundation of KEEP>GOING First A...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Christina Balas, Vice President of Servicing and Operations at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. Christina is a fellow Power Beacon and a dynamic leader known for her strategic insight and commitment to driving growth and inclusion in the real estate industry. Christina is passionate about helping underrepresented population...

Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Veronica Malolos, the founder and managing broker of CapStack Commercial in the Greater Orlando, Florida market. Veronica is CCIM-certified and the host of the Women in Business podcast. She is also involved with the National Association of Realtors and was recognized by CREi as a top Commercial Real Estate Instagram Influencer. In this e...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Cate Agnew, a distinguished leader in commercial real estate and Chief Valuation Officer at Natixis CIB Americas. Cate holds FRICS, CRE, and MAI designations, which showcase her expertise and commitment to excellence in real estate. She is also a Power Beacon, an organization dedicated to ensuring safety for women in the workplace...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Ken Ashley, a senior director at Cushman & Wakefield and an expert in tenant representation. Ken is a trusted advisor to many Fortune 500 companies. He is also the founder of the CREi Summit and the innovator behind CREi Plus platforms, which foster and facilitate connections between those in the commercial real estate field...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes John Motowidlak to the show. John is the founder of Mpire Financial and has more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. He’s helped thousands of people and has been ranked in the top 1% for United Wholesale Mortgage, the second-largest lender in the nation. John helps Orlando Health employees, which has its own corresp...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Neal Sherman, founder and CEO of TAGeX Brands. TAGeX is in its 38th year in business and assists businesses in all lifecycle stages, from closing locations to liquidating equipment. TAGeX is a company that has redefined sustainability in business and is a testament to what can be achieved when ingenuity meets purpose. In this episo...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Rod Santomassimo, president of The Massimo Group in Cary, North Carolina. The Massimo Group is a coaching organization with more than 30 coaches focused on helping individuals in commercial real estate, including brokers, mortgage brokers, and bankers, build the businesses and lives they desire. Rod has been a coach for the past 15...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes attorney Jordan Ostroff to the show. Jordan is a visionary entrepreneur and managing partner of Driven Law. He also coaches fellow lawyers, helping them run more efficient practices. Jordan is a committed board member of Big Brothers and Big Sisters. At Driven Law, Jordan and his team focus on personal injury cases, providing high...

On today’s Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews her friend Bill Umansky. Bill has been running a criminal and personal injury practice in Orlando since 1997. His team consists of 25-30 employees, including virtual assistants who are full-time and criminal trial lawyers. Bill no longer practices law and has taken on the role of leadership at the firm, motivating, leading, and rainmaking case...

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with guest Eric Girard to talk about what it takes to become a great manager. Eric is the founder of Girard Training Solutions, a company dedicated to transforming high-performing individual contributors into great people managers. He is also the author of the book “Lead Like a Pro: The Essential Guide for New Managers,” and the...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews Beth Azor. Beth is the founder and principal of Azor Advisory Services, Florida’s premier retail, real estate management, development, and commercial real estate education firm. Beth has a long history of buying, selling, leasing, developing, redeveloping, and managing her own retail real estate projects. She also has more than thr...

Today on the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with her friends and colleagues, Eddie Gonzalez and Aviva Sonenreich, for a lively conversation about commercial real estate, customer service, and creating a brand in the marketplace. Amy, Eddie, and Aviva met at the CREi Summit and have kept in touch ever since. Eddie Gonzalez is a Phoenix-based commercial real estate broker at Cre8 Advisor...

On this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy sits down with Bob Knakal, a highly accomplished sales broker specializing in investment properties in New York City. Bob has been in this business since 1984 and leads the private capital group for JLL in New York City. Bob has brokered the sale of more properties in New York City than any other individual broker. Amy and Bob discuss how he...

Amy sits down with entrepreneur and dietician Megan Poczekaj on today’s Performance Mindset Podcast. Megan is a nutrition expert who teaches entrepreneurs and high achievers how to enhance their productivity and performance through proper nutrition. She is also the author of The Optimized Life: A Nutrition Guide for Entrepreneurs and the co-host of the Nutrition Awareness podcast. In her book, Meg...

Today’s Performance Mindset podcast features Chris Hughes from Track Shack in Orlando, Florida. Amy sits down with her friend to chat about Track Shack, which has been in business for more than 45 years, the role events play in their business and community, and his “why” for Track Shack as it continues to grow and evolve. They also delve into creating a mindset centered around gratitude, support,...

Amy interviews serial entrepreneur Sydney Phillips on this performance Mindset podcast episode. Sydney is an inventor and philanthropist, and she’s on a mission to push humanity forward while living interestingly. Sydney is a fellow Power Beacon, an eccentric futurist, and an amateur racecar driver. She’s been recognized as one of the Top 100 Women of the Future, Top 25 Women in the Metaverse, 25...

On today’s Performance Mindset podcast, Amy welcomes guest Cassandra Hartford. Cassandra is a fellow commercial real estate agent who has her own boutique brokerage, Reach Commercial Real Estate, in Melbourne, Florida. What inspires Amy most about Cassandra is how authentic she is. At 18 years old with two babies and recently divorced, Cassandra took a leap and got her real estate license, which t...

Amy welcomes Charlie Hardage to today’s Performance Mindset podcast. Charlie grew up with a middle-class mindset, and after years of playing the long, slow game, he discovered real estate as a way to reach financial and time freedom. Today, Charlie invests full-time in apartments and provides opportunities for others looking to grow their wealth and achieve their goals. Charlie and his team look f...

Today’s Performance Mindset podcast features Elec Simon. Elec is a high-energy, must-have emcee and hype man for all sizes of business conferences, entertainment ventures, or corporate and educational stages. He is an electric storyteller who sets the tone for events and is based in Orlando. With more than two decades of experience performing while wowing crowds of up to 25,000 people, including o...