Episode 36

The Power of Authenticity and Belief with Marissa Knight

Published on: 2nd August, 2023

Today, on the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy’s guest is Marissa Knight. Marissa is a dedicated mother, loving wife, and a woman on a mission to redefine motherhood and parenting. She has a full-time job and a household brimming with energy as the mom of three boys. Each day brings new challenges that she approaches with unwavering determination and humor. Along the way, she’s discovered some valuable lessons about herself and the uniqueness of individuals, and the true meaning of what’s important in life. Marissa’s mission is to be her boys’ greatest advocate.

Marissa believes in the power of authenticity, honesty, and humor to foster connections and create meaningful dialogues. Drawing from her faith, Marissa finds solace in the words of Corinthians: God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength. But with your testing, he will also provide a way out so you may be able to endure it. This unwavering belief is a guiding principle in her chaotic yet beautiful life.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. How Marissa initially navigated the unexpected experiences of becoming a mom to three boys and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
  2. The challenges she’s faced as she works to empower her boys and be their biggest advocate, and how she balances everyone’s different needs each day.
  3. What Marissa’s new book, The Adventures of Bonzo Crumbles: Whoa … Just 3 Rules to Know, is about and the importance of confidence.
  4. Genuineness, its alignment with authenticity, and the value of believing in yourself.
  5. What the “it” factor is, and how using it can propel you forward.
  6. The five steps for self-esteem and “I am” statements for kids and adults.

Connect with Amy Calandrino here:

Beyond Commercial

CREi Summit

Connect with Marissa Knight:

Raising Three Modern Day Knights

Instagram

The Adventures of Bonzo Crumbles: Whoa … Just 3 Rules to Know

The Davis Knight Show

Next Episode All Episodes Previous Episode

Listen for free

Show artwork for The Performance Mindset Show

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.

About your host

Profile picture for Amy Calandrino

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.