Episode 81

Using the AI Playbook for Business Success with Isar Meitis

Today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast features Isar Meitis, a longtime friend of Amy’s and an experienced entrepreneur who has founded several companies, including a failed startup and a successful e-commerce department. Isar is currently focused on consulting and educating businesses on implementing AI, and he hosts a podcast called Leveraging AI to share his knowledge about this growing industry. Isar is also a former F16 fighter pilot and Israeli Air Force Academy instructor.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. Isar Meitis’s career beginnings in the Israeli military as an F16 pilot, and his move to the U.S. to work in sales and marketing, eventually leading to entrepreneurship.
  2. His interest in AI and what people still don’t understand about it.
  3. Some of the most interesting ways people are using AI at work.
  4. Tactical examples of the ways Isar’s clients have found to use AI in their businesses.
  5. The benefits of using AI to take meeting notes.
  6. The success of Isar’s podcast, Leveraging AI, the momentum it’s gaining, and the accountability it gives him.
  7. Isar’s daily routine and how he uses calendar blocking to stay on track.
  8. Leadership buy-in, experimentation, and continuing education to help you get to the next level.
  9. Fear surrounding the use of AI and how to overcome it.

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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.