Episode 76

Closing Deals and Opening Up with Emily Wood

On today’s Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews her good friend, Emily Wood. Emily is a fellow Power Beacon, a mom of two, and also works in commercial real estate. Emily has a background in marketing, and she recently exited a startup she helped launch called Revere. She is also the host of the new podcast “Closing the Deal, Opening Up | Uncovering the Foundations of Commercial Real Estate’s Visionaries.”

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. Emily Wood’s background in commercial real estate and how she and Amy first met.
  2. Her upcoming podcast, its focus on mindset, and who you can expect to hear.
  3. The pluses and minuses of releasing a season of episodes at a time and promoting each episode separately.
  4. Balancing work life with your personal life, Emily’s dependence on routines, and overcoming mom guilt.
  5. The startup, Revere, Emily was involved with and why she had to learn to set boundaries around it.
  6. Answer the “who you are” question outside of your work.
  7. Her personal and professional goals for 2025.
  8. The challenges of delegation and handing over tasks to others.
  9. Using timeboxing for intentionality in your day.
  10. Amy’s hack for getting an extra hour for herself when she works out.
  11. Where you can find Emily Wood’s new podcast.

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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.