Épisodes

  • Holiday Strategies That Last All Year

    Holiday Strategies That Last All Year
    Nov 26 2025
    In Episode 118 of the Mindset Architect Podcast, Master Coach Tony Caliendo breaks down how the holiday season creates a unique window for connection, trust-building, and meaningful business conversations — without pitching, forcing, or pushing.

    Tony explains:
    ✅ Why the holidays are the best time to reengage relationships
    ✅ How authentic gratitude becomes a competitive advantage
    ✅ The difference between generic gratitude and specific, memorable gratitude
    ✅ How holiday conversations naturally reveal opportunities
    ✅ Why dormant relationships aren’t broken — they’re just quiet
    ✅ How gratitude creates psychological safety and deeper conversations
    ✅ How to use gratitude as a year-round follow-up strategy

    This episode is all about showing up with heart, connection, and intentionality — and letting opportunities emerge naturally because of who you are, not because of a pitch.

    To join the Mindset Architect Group Coaching Program:
    rethinkcoaching.com/group-program

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Introduction & Episode 118 kickoff
    01:00 – Why the holidays are a major opportunity window
    02:00 – The power of specific, personal gratitude
    03:00 – Holiday conversations as natural door openers
    05:00 – Asking warm human questions (not pitching)
    06:00 – Gratitude to reengage quiet or dormant relationships
    08:00 – How appreciation reinforces personal brand identity
    09:30 – Creating psychological safety through gratitude
    12:00 – Gratitude revealing insight, trust, and opportunity
    13:00 – Using gratitude as a long-term follow-up strategy
    15:30 – Why sincerity matters (and how fake gratitude backfires)
    17:00 – Healing relationships vs. letting them go
    18:00 – How genuine gratitude deepens connection
    20:00 – Avoiding “agenda gratitude” and staying authentic
    21:00 – The holidays as a natural emotional slowdown — use it well
    22:00 – Closing thoughts & Tony’s gratitude for listeners
    23:00 – Group Coaching invitation
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    23 min
  • The Mindset Behind Breakthroughs: NLP, Thought Work & Removing Limiting Beliefs

    The Mindset Behind Breakthroughs: NLP, Thought Work & Removing Limiting Beliefs
    Nov 25 2025
    In this special episode of the Mindset Architect Podcast, Master Coach Tony Caliendo sits down with performance coach, author, and NLP trainer Debra Pearlman for a powerful conversation on mindset, limiting beliefs, and the real reason so many entrepreneurs and leaders stay stuck.

    Together, they break down:
    • Why your thoughts are driving every result you’re getting
    • How NLP and mindset work uncover the patterns holding you back
    • The “bag” everyone carries into business and leadership
    • Why resistance shows up when breakthrough is around the corner
    • How to shift from the hamster wheel to the escalator
    • The role of fear, denial, and old programming in stalled progress
    • What mastery of the mind actually looks like

    If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or held back from your next level—even when you’re doing all the right tasks—this conversation explains why… and what to do about it.

    To learn more about coaching with Tony or the Mindset Architect Group Program:
    rethinkcoaching.com/group-program

    To connect with Debra or explore her book Oomph:
    oomphfactor.com

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 Introduction to the Mindset Architect Podcast
    00:44 Meet Deborah Pearlman: Performance Coach and NLP Expert
    02:04 Understanding NLP and Its Impact on Mindset
    02:33 The Journey of Personal and Professional Growth
    03:07 Identifying and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
    04:07 The Importance of Thought Work in Achieving Goals
    05:05 Coaching Strategies for Personal and Team Success
    11:53 The Role of Fear and Resistance in Personal Development
    15:20 Mastery of the Mind: Tools and Techniques
    23:31 The Power of Mindset in Business Growth
    29:03 Conclusion and Contact Information
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    31 min
  • Regrets, I've had a few.....

    Regrets, I've had a few.....
    Nov 18 2025
    Regret isn’t failure — it’s feedback.

    In this episode of the Mindset Architect Podcast, Master Coach Tony Caliendo reframes regret as one of the most valuable emotional tools we have. Instead of avoiding it, hiding from it, or repeating the same patterns year after year, Tony breaks down how regret can guide you, teach you, and point directly to what matters most in your life and business.

    You’ll learn how to:
    ✅ Extract lessons from regret instead of judging yourself
    ✅ Turn regret into data, not a definition
    ✅ Close open loops with micro-actions
    ✅ Use mental “time travel” to rewrite future outcomes
    ✅ Rehearse bravery so you don’t repeat old patterns
    ✅ Use regret as a compass to reveal core values
    ✅ Practice self-forgiveness and release emotional weight
    ✅ Share your lessons to help others break their cycle

    If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same regret year after year, this episode gives you the framework to break the loop and move into the new year clearer, stronger, and more aligned.

    For coaching, support, and deeper mindset work: rethinkcoaching.com/group-program

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Introduction: Why regret shows up at year-end
    01:40 – Regret as a signal of what you value
    03:00 – Step 1: Extract the lesson, not the judgment
    05:00 – Step 2: Close the loop with micro-actions
    08:20 – Step 3: Action vs. inaction regret
    11:00 – Step 4: Let regret become your compass
    13:00 – Step 5: Rehearse bravery for future situations
    15:55 – Step 6: Self-forgiveness as freedom
    17:35 – Step 7: Share your lessons with others
    20:10 – Final thoughts & coaching invitation
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    22 min
  • Why am I Resisting Business Planning?

    Why am I Resisting Business Planning?
    Nov 11 2025
    Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or resistant to building your business plan for next year? You’re not lazy—you’re unclear.

    In this episode, Master Coach Tony Caliendo from ReThink Coaching breaks down the seven mindset blocks that create resistance and shows you how to get unstuck fast. From overcomplicating your plan to emotional avoidance and fear of the unknown, Tony gives you a simple, repeatable system to create a business plan you’ll actually follow and enjoy.

    You’ll learn:
    • Why motivation isn’t the problem—clarity is
    • How to reflect on last year to remove the “guesswork trap”
    • Why fatigue and a “complicated year” create false resistance
    • The truth about replication anxiety (and how to beat it)
    • How perfection and overcomplication block progress
    • Why busyness ≠ productivity (and how to stop avoiding the plan)
    • How reconnecting to your purpose reignites momentum

    Finish this episode ready to plan with confidence, clarity, and energy. Ready for more? Learn about the Mindset Architect Group Coaching Program at rethinkcoaching.com/group-program.

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Welcome & setup: the resistance to business planning
    01:00 – Motivation vs. clarity: why you’re really stuck
    03:00 – Reflection removes the guesswork trap
    06:00 – Releasing the “complicated year” fatigue
    08:00 – Fear of the unknown & replication anxiety
    10:00 – Why overcomplication blocks your progress
    13:00 – Emotional avoidance disguised as busyness
    16:30 – Rethink your goals: stretch but stay realistic
    20:00 – Reconnect purpose to planning (your 4 areas of impact)
    22:00 – The power of emotion in action
    23:00 – 7 steps to get unstuck and start now
    24:00 – Accountability, coaching, and next steps
    25:00 – Group Coaching invite & close
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    25 min
  • Finish Strong Without Losing: 7 Momentum Moves for the Holidays

    Finish Strong Without Losing: 7 Momentum Moves for the Holidays
    Nov 4 2025
    How do you finish the year strong without losing the joy of the holidays? Master Coach Tony Caliendo (ReThink Coaching) breaks down seven momentum moves to help you enjoy the season and keep your pipeline—and mindset—moving forward. From busting the “year’s end” myth to 7-day sprints, reflection habits, and daily momentum rituals, this is your playbook to enter January already in gear.


    What you’ll learn
    • Why December is a bridge month, not a finish line
    • How to redefine fun so it fuels focus (skip the energy-drainers)
    • The 3 non-negotiable momentum activities to protect weekly
    • How 7-day sprints set you up for a stronger Q1
    • Using reflection + thought strategies to realign fast
    • Designing momentum rituals (daily/weekly scorecards)
    • Why your 2026 starts now—and how to act like it
    If this episode helps, subscribe, like, and drop a comment with your #1 momentum ritual. And if you’re ready to install the mindset + business systems we talk about here, ask about Tony’s Mindset Architect Group Coaching.

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Welcome & why this season matters 
    00:45 – Santa Fe vibes & holiday mindset reset 
    02:10 – 1) Myth of the “year’s end”: treat December as a bridge 
    03:30 – 2) Redefine fun so it fuels focus, not drains it 
    05:05 – 3) Protect momentum: your 3 non-negotiable activities 
    06:40 – 4) Micro-goals: run weekly 7-day sprints toward 2026 
    08:25 – 5) Reflection for realignment (results + joy filter) 
    12:05 – Thought strategies & the daily thought-flow exercise 
    15:50 – 6) Momentum rituals: daily/weekly scorecards & resets 
    18:35 – 7) Start your 2026 now: present decisions → future wins 
    21:15 – Plan intentional holiday fun + final takeaways 
    22:30 – Group Coaching invite & sign-off
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    23 min
  • Is it Burnout or Lack of Clarity?

    Is it Burnout or Lack of Clarity?
    Oct 28 2025
    Are you feeling burned out as the year winds down, pushing hard toward your business goals but sensing something's off? In Episode 113 of the Mindset Architect Podcast, host Tony Caliendo, master coach at Rethink Coaching, dives deep into why that "burnout" might actually be overwhelm or a lack of clarity. Drawing from his recent experience at a national real estate conference, Tony shares actionable insights to realign your mindset, assess your goals realistically, and finish the year strong without the exhaustion.

    Key takeaways include:
    ✅ Recognizing end-of-year pressure and how to evaluate if your goals are realistic to avoid running the wrong race.
    ✅ Understanding burnout as misalignment between your "why" and "what," and reconnecting with your core impacts (personal, family, team, legacy).
    ✅ Treating overwhelm as a dashboard warning signal to step back and focus on what truly matters.
    ✅ Avoiding the dangerous catchup game by adjusting goals based on real numbers and strategies that work for you.
    ✅ Prioritizing clarity over urgency to glide into 2026 with energy, alignment, and a solid plan for Q1 success.

    Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or anyone chasing personal growth, this episode equips you with mindset shifts to overcome entrepreneur burnout, achieve business clarity, and build lasting success.

    Don't miss Tony's tips on business planning, goal setting, and mindset coaching to transform overwhelm into empowerment.

    If you enjoyed this episode on overcoming burnout and gaining clarity in business, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform—it helps us reach more driven individuals like you!

    Subscribe for more episodes on mindset mastery, entrepreneurial success, and life coaching strategies. Visit rethinkcoaching.com for group coaching programs and connect with Tony at tony@rethinkcoaching.com.

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 Intro and Welcome
    00:45 Acknowledging Listeners and Conference Recap
    01:20 Learning and Sharing at the Event
    02:10 Spotting the Undercurrent of Burnout
    03:05 Point 1: End-of-Year Pressure and Realistic Goals
    04:25 Running the Right Race
    05:40 Point 2: Burnout as Misalignment
    06:55 Reconnecting with Your Why
    07:35 Point 3: Overwhelm as a Signal
    08:50 Stepping Back for Clarity
    09:15 Point 4: The Catchup Game Illusion
    10:40 Adjusting Goals Realistically
    11:55 Closing the Loop on Lessons
    13:10 Point 5: Clarity Over Urgency
    14:30 Working on the Business
    15:50 Gliding into the New Year
    16:45 Clarity Ends Burnout
    18:20 Recap of the Five Points
    20:50 Final Advice and Outreach
    22:15 Group Coaching Program
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    23 min
  • Reflect Forward

    Reflect Forward
    Oct 21 2025
    Reflection isn’t about regret — it’s about data. In this episode of the Mindset Architect Podcast, Tony Caliendo breaks down how to use intentional reflection to design a stronger plan for 2026 and grow with clarity, strategy, and purpose. Most business owners skip reflection because it feels uncomfortable, but Tony reveals why reflection is the secret weapon of elite performers — and how to use it as fuel instead of judgment.

    You’ll learn:
    • Why reflection is your most valuable planning tool
    • How to extract high-impact data from your year
    • What to repeat, release, and redesign in your business strategy
    • How to identify unexpected wins and duplicate them
    • The truth about why most people don’t hit their goals
    • The difference between strategy failure and execution failure
    • Why copy-and-paste business plans fail
    • How to build a business plan that fuels your life — not drains it

    If you’re serious about winning in 2026 without burnout, guesswork, or emotional baggage holding you back, this episode will challenge your thinking and elevate your planning process.

    👉 Enjoying the show? Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review — it helps us reach more high-performance entrepreneurs like you!

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    Learn how to restructure your thinking, your business strategy, and your performance to achieve consistent, measurable results.

    📍 Join here: https://rethinkcoaching.com/group-program

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Welcome to Episode 112
    01:05 – Reflection meets vision: why now matters
    02:14 – Why most people avoid reflection
    03:22 – Reflection as data, not judgment
    04:15 – Scorecard vs dashboard mindset
    05:10 – Detaching emotion from reflection
    06:20 – Was it the strategy—or how you showed up?
    07:35 – Rating your execution honestly
    09:00 – The power of unexpected wins
    10:15 – Data that matters: wins, misses, surprises
    11:40 – What to repeat and what to release
    13:10 – Why copy-and-paste business plans fail
    14:25 – Setting a realistic yet powerful 2026 goal
    15:45 – Future framing your life and business
    16:50 – High-value vs low-value actions
    18:05 – Eliminating busy work distractions
    19:20 – Designing a business you actually enjoy
    20:30 – Business plan vs Life plan
    21:55 – The “Reflect Forward” letter exercise
    23:05 – Is your business plan alive or forgotten?
    24:00 – Reflection recap + next steps
    24:35 – Group Coaching Program Invitation
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    26 min
  • The Power of "We" – Why Great Leaders Don’t Go It Alone

    The Power of "We" – Why Great Leaders Don’t Go It Alone
    Oct 14 2025
    In this episode of The Mindset Architect Podcast, Tony Caliendo explores one of the most overlooked yet transformative principles in leadership — the power of collaboration and community.

    After years of leading from the front, Tony shares how stepping back into a participant role during a recent coaching retreat completely reframed his understanding of what it means to lead effectively. From the pitfalls of the “lone leader” mentality to the exponential power of collaboration, Tony reveals how the Power of “We” can multiply results, reduce burnout, and reignite your passion for growth.

    You’ll discover:
    ✅ Why isolation kills leadership potential — and how to reverse it.
    ✅ How collaboration and community fuel creativity, accountability, and performance.
    ✅ The emotional and professional cost of trying to “do it all” yourself.
    ✅ How to build your personal Circle of Growth to stay aligned, inspired, and challenged.
    ✅ The difference between networking and true co-creation — and how to move from one to the other.

    If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or burdened by leadership responsibility, this episode will remind you that your greatest strength lies not in “me,” but in we.

    🎧 Listen now and start building your collaborative rhythm today.
    👉 Learn more at: https://rethinkcoaching.com/group-program
    📩 Connect with Tony: tony@rethinkcoaching.com

    If you enjoy the episode, leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — it helps more leaders discover this message and grow together.

    CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Intro: Welcome to the Mindset Architect Podcast
    00:23 – Tony’s Business Trip and Reflection on Leadership
    01:30 – The Power of “We”: Leaders Need Community
    02:30 – How Isolation Limits Growth
    03:00 – Lessons from a Coaching Retreat in Texas
    04:00 – Collaboration vs. Responsibility: Reframing Leadership
    05:00 – The Lone Leader Myth: Why “I’ll Handle It” Doesn’t Work
    06:30 – How Isolation Creates Blind Spots and Burnout
    07:30 – Multiplying Results Through Collaboration
    09:00 – Accountability and Energy from Group Learning
    10:00 – The Emotional and Physical Cost of Isolation
    11:30 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Resistance to Collaboration
    13:00 – Building Your Circle of Growth
    14:30 – Surrounding Yourself with Challengers, Not Cheerleaders
    15:30 – Networking vs. Co-Creating: The Difference That Matters
    17:00 – How True Masterminds Create Real Growth
    18:30 – Creating a Collaborative Rhythm in Your Life
    20:30 – Intentional Collaboration: Enhancing, Not Replacing
    22:00 – Redefining Leadership: Collaboration Multiplies Success
    23:30 – Final Call to Action: Build Your Circle and Be Intentional
    24:30 – Connect with Tony + Free Strategy Session
    25:00 – Outro: Embrace the Power of Collaboration
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    26 min