Episode 29

Using Focus to Achieve Goals with Joshua Washington

Published on: 27th April, 2023

On today’s episode of The Performance Mindset podcast, Amy interviews guest Joshua Washington. Joshua is an organizational psychologist specializing in coaching, training, speaking, and strategy consultation. He specializes in helping businesses maximize their greatest resources--their people. Joshua has helped more than 200 businesses reach their top performance while bridging the gap between people and performance using the principles of psychology and human behavior.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. Joshua’s background in music and how he became an expert in communication and human behavior.
  2. The name of Joshua’s company, Lee Malveaux, where it came from, and the mission of his business.
  3. The three greatest currencies we all have.
  4. His process for helping professionals with their communication skill set and its three elements.
  5. What a typical day looks like for Joshua, how he blocks his time, and why he uses “do not disturb” mode on his phone.
  6. The book he’s currently writing about focus and what his first book was about.
  7. Some of the best lessons he’s learned during his career and why relationships matter.

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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.