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On today’s Performance Mindset Show, Amy welcomes returning guest Ken Ashley. Ken is a fellow CCIM and SIOR as well as the Executive Director at Cushman & Wakefield. He is also one of the most accomplished tenant advisors in the U.S., with more than 25 years of experience helping companies align business strategy with smart real estate decisions. Ken is consistently recognized as a top producer both in Atlanta and nationally. Additionally, he is the founder of the CREi Summit, a movement that brings commercial real estate professionals together online and in person.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

1. Ken Ashley’s role in a tenant rep position and how he helps his clients avoid career-limiting moves (CLMs).
2. The things that energize Ken most about his work, community, and leadership.
3. Ken’s predictions for 2026 and why companies are rethinking office spaces.
4. The CREi Summit, why it keeps growing and getting better, and how your success can impact your community.
5. The future of CREi gatherings and its increasing focus on using AI to get better results.
6. Tactics Ken uses to help build and nurture relationships.
7. Ken’s upcoming book, “The Real Estate Prescription: How to Get Hired in Commercial Real Estate and Make Multimillion Dollar Deals,” and what you can expect to learn from it.
8. His advice for building success despite the concerning headlines right now.
9. The art of asking someone for advice.

Connect with Amy Calandrino here:

Amy Calandrino - https://linktr.ee/amycalandrino

Connect with Ken Ashley:

Website - https://www.kenashleycre.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenashleyatlanta/

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Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy - https://www.amazon.com/Who-Not-How-Accelerating-Teamwork-ebook/dp/B0867ZJ151

Rich Relationships by Selena Soo - https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Relationships-Million-Dollar-Network-Business/dp/B0F35GH7RQ