Unlocking the Power of Strategic Planning with Don Schmincke

Don SchminckeIn today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Amy’s guest is Don Schmincke. Don trains 700 CEOs annually, is a keynote speaker, and is an author with books translated into 14 languages. Don is also an acclaimed top 10 speaker and a former MIT and Johns Hopkins researcher. He’s been featured by CNN, The Wall Street Journal, and more than 60 other publications.In this episode, you’ll hear:Don’s background, including how he nearly dropped out of high school and his acceptance to MIT.How his business has evolved, what a typical day looks like, and how he finds time for writing.What tool seduction is and how to move past that to accomplish your goals.Why we’re teaching strategic planning incorrectly and the role of intuition in strategy.The reason your mindset impacts you personally and professionally and being unafraid to lose is freeing.His new book on AI and how it continues to evolve.The popular myths taught to CEOs and leaders that aren’t true.Connect with Amy Calandrino here:Beyond CommercialCREi SummitConnect with Don Schmincke:LinkedInWebsite

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Success isn’t just about the deals you close or the investments you make - it’s about how you think, grow, and lead. Hosted by Amy Calandrino, founder of Beyond Commercial, The Performance Mindset Show explores the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that drive peak performance in business, real estate, health, and life. Based in sunny Orlando, Amy and her guests dive into leadership strategies, decision-making frameworks, mental resilience, and personal growth. From cutting-edge commercial real estate insights to biohacking, neuroscience, entrepreneurship, and spiritual well-being—this podcast is for the endlessly curious who want to level up in all aspects of life. Each episode features inspiring conversations with top-performing business leaders, investors, mindset experts, and high achievers across various industries. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your leadership skills, optimize your brain and body, or simply gain insights from some of the most driven individuals out there, you’re in the right place. Ready to expand your mindset and unlock your full potential? 📍 Connect with Amy Calandrino: 🔗 BeyondCommercial.com 🔗 AmyCalandrino.com Let’s build, grow, and thrive—together. 🚀