Episode 38

Breaking Stigma, Building Connection with Allison Walsh

Published on: 30th August, 2023

Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Allison Walsh. Allison is the founder of Allison Walsh Consulting and Vice President of Clinical Outreach at Charlie Health. Charlie Health is an organization that provides lifesaving treatment options to young people and families experiencing mental health crises. Allison spent the last decade coaching women on personal branding, business, and success. She is a certified positive psychology coach and has been featured in top media sources such as Forbes, Business Leader, Bustle, and the Harvard Business Review. Allison also hosts a podcast and is about to launch a new book.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. How a personal experience with a mental health struggle led her to the mental healthcare industry and why she wants to help others and share her story.
  2. The power of connection and working with others.
  3. The misconceptions and stigma surrounding mental health and why it matters as much as other aspects of your health.
  4. Toxic positivity and how it differs from actual positivity.
  5. Some common mindset traps we can fall into as we handle obstacles and why done is better than perfect.
  6. Allison’s experiences with her podcast and writing her book.
  7. The one thing she attributes her success to and why it’s been a launchpad for so many other things in her life.
  8. Allison’s typical day and how she balances work with her personal life.


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About the Podcast

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.