Episode 24

Social Media and Success with Irvin Peña

Published on: 15th February, 2023

Today on The Performance Mindset podcast, Amy is speaking with Irvin Peña, a social media superstar who is also an author, speaker, and business owner. Amy met Irvin seven years ago, and they’ve stayed in contact as he built Insight Inner Circle, which is an education and business consulting company. By sharing the snackable financial advice on his social media channels, he’s become a star, accumulating more than 1 million followers and subscribers across his social media platforms.

In this episode, you’ll hear:


  1. Why he began creating content in 2019, how he handled content generation in 2020, and why his business exploded.
  2. What people are searching for the most and how that changes based on what’s going on in the world.
  3. How he balances his business with his family life.
  4. How to overcome the “can’t” mindset and eradicate the excuses.
  5. Why curiosity and sticking to the basics are big contributors to his success.
  6. What Irvin’s typical day looks like and how he grew each of his platforms.
  7. How to build authentic relationships on social media and transition them to real life.
  8. His business’s mission and his advice for someone who might be wary of credit.
  9. Popular advice for entrepreneurs that he disagrees with.


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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.

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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.