Episode 10

Making Dreams Into Reality with Mike Morawski

In this episode of The Performance Mindset Podcast, Amy welcomes Mike Morawski to the show. Mike has three decades of real estate investment experience and has controlled nearly $300 million in real estate transactions. He is an entrepreneur, author, real estate trainer, public speaker, and personal coach with strong personal resilience and a deep desire to help others live extraordinary lives.

Mike Morawski has coached hundreds of real estate investors to fulfill their dreams, and he has his own podcast.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

How Mike Morawski became an entrepreneur and real estate investor despite a lack of entrepreneurial know-how.
What a stint in prison taught him and how it changed the trajectory of his life.
Why defining success can be different for different people and how Mike Morawski defines it for himself.
When he decided to begin coaching and the reason he believes it’s so important to have a coach in your life.
Mike Morawski’s advice for becoming an investor or starting a business and why knowledge is power.
What a typical day looks like for him and the role daily discipline plays in that.

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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.