Episode 8

Putting Your Dreams to Work with Adrienne Fuller

Published on: 6th July, 2022

In this episode of The Performance Mindset Podcast, Amy’s guest is Adrienne Fuller. Adrienne is the clinical director and owner of SpeechBuilders Speech and Occupational Therapy in Apopka, Florida. She earned her master’s degree at the University of New Hampshire and is passionate about making all children from all backgrounds ready for kindergarten.

Adrienne Fuller is also the co-author of two books, Put Your Dreams to Work: Keys to Setting Up Your Therapy Practice and Start Your Engines: A Road Map for Your Clinical Fellowship Year. Her latest book is a 30-day step-by-step guide for parents and caregivers to help improve communication in their toddlers. She also serves as a mentor for starting practice owners.

In this episode, you’ll hear:


  1. How Adrienne Fuller met Amy and why she’s been so impressed with Amy and her team in her search for the right commercial space for her business.
  2. Why there is such demand for speech and occupational therapy in young children and the importance of addressing any possible issues or disabilities early.
  3. What sets her apart from others in her industry and why intensity and boundaries get results.
  4. The single most important piece of advice Adrienne Fuller has for parents who are trying to improve communication with their children.
  5. What a typical day for her looks like and how she balances all of her daily roles.
  6. Adrienne Fuller’s future plans for her business.


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SpeechBuilders LLC

30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking

Putting Your Dreams to Work

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The Performance Mindset Show
Insights for high performers in business, leadership, and real estate.
The Performance Mindset Show is where high achievers come to grow. Hosted by commercial real estate advisor, entrepreneur, and author Amy Calandrino, each episode dives into the habits, strategies, and stories that help leaders think bigger, perform better, and build meaningful success in business and life.

Amy sits down with trailblazers across commercial real estate, entrepreneurship, investing, health, and personal development to uncover how they overcame obstacles, scaled their impact, and created lives built on intention. These conversations are honest, inspiring, and filled with practical insights you can apply immediately.

Whether you're a business owner, creator, investor, or someone who wants to operate at a higher level, this show will help you strengthen your mindset, sharpen your skills, and stay focused on what matters most.

If you want to grow, you’re in the right place.

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Amy Calandrino

Amy Calandrino, SIOR, CCIM, is a Director at Cushman & Wakefield with deep experience representing small and mid-sized businesses, family enterprises, and private investors throughout Central Florida and beyond. She is known for being a thoughtful listener, a creative problem-solver, and a strategic advisor who helps clients make informed decisions that support both their business goals and long-term wealth creation.

With a career rooted in guiding entrepreneurs and families through pivotal real estate moments, Amy brings clarity, structure, and actionable strategy to every assignment. She has completed hundreds of transactions across office, flex, and retail properties, and clients rely on her strong command of market trends, valuations, and space needs particularly within Winter Park and Greater Orlando. Her experience is backed by the SIOR and CCIM designations, reflecting her commitment to expertise and excellence in the industry.

In addition to her advisory work, Amy is the author of From Perfect to Real: Ditch Perfection, Shift Your Mindset, and Thrive on Your Terms, where she shares her SPORT Success System® for high performance. She is also the host of The Performance Mindset Show, a podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders in business, real estate, and entrepreneurship.

Committed to strengthening her community, Amy co-founded the Calandrino Foundation with her husband, Phil, to equip youth with the skills and mindset needed for entrepreneurship and financial empowerment. She also serves on the Park Avenue District Board in Winter Park.

Amy lives in Central Florida with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys golf, running, and staying active with her two children. Her faith, family, and dedication to helping others grow continue to guide her both personally and professionally.