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Finding The Upside

Finding The Upside

Di: Maria DeLorenzis Reyes
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 In business and in life there is always an upside…finding it is often the challenge. Having a mindset that looks for it and embraces problems as opportunities is the key to thriving. Successful business owners LOVE disruption. But the MOST successful look for it. It's what keeps their business on the cutting edge and able to adapt to any circumstance. This podcast will feature discussions with business owners, leaders and everyday inspiring people sharing how they have grown their companies and changed their lives by approaching changing conditions with optimism, opportunity and innovation.Maria DeLorenzis Reyes Economia Gestione e leadership Leadership
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  • #163: Leading Forward: What’s Next for Finding the Upside

    #163: Leading Forward: What’s Next for Finding the Upside
    Jan 6 2026

    As we step into 2026, leadership is being tested in new and uncomfortable ways. Systems are shifting. Expectations are changing. And the old rules for success no longer apply.

    In this episode, I’m sharing what’s ahead for Finding the Upside — and why the conversations we’re having now matter more than ever.

    Looking back at the themes that shaped 2025, one truth stands out: belonging is no longer optional. Culture is no longer secondary. And leadership is no longer defined by title, certainty, or control.

    This year on the podcast, we’re going deeper into Rebel Leadership — challenging outdated systems, naming what no longer works, and elevating leaders who are building cultures of trust, inclusion, and high performance in real time. We’ll explore belonging as strategy, not sentiment. We’ll talk honestly about power, identity, burnout, AI readiness, and the human cost of ignoring culture. And we’ll center the voices of women and diverse leaders who are shaping what leadership looks like next.

    This episode is an invitation. To lead with courage. To question inherited norms. To create spaces where people can show up fully — and perform at their best because of it.

    If you’re ready to lead differently — and more intentionally — Hit play and start right now.


    Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…

    • [0:26] What we covered in 2025

    • [2:27] Why Belonging is a Leadership Imperative

    • [3:33] Why I implemented a GIVEBACK Model

    • [5:40] The MDR Giveback Model Is About Leadership

    • [6:56] What we’ll be talking about in 2026……

      [9:13] Finding your OWN Upside

      [10:28] Your Call to Action for 2026

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      Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening or watching the podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!

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    13 min
  • #162: Giving Back Is Good Business: The Story Behind MDR Brand’s 1% Commitment

    #162: Giving Back Is Good Business: The Story Behind MDR Brand’s 1% Commitment
    Dec 16 2025

    This year, I have been thinking…If I’m helping leaders build cultures where people can thrive… how can I also help my community thrive? In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind a major shift for MDR Brands, the launch of incorporating a Give Back Business Model. At the Revive & Thrive 2026 event, I announced the MDR Give Back Program, our new commitment to donate a percentage of our sales revenue every year to Feeding America and No Kid Hungry. I talk about why we made this decision, how we launched it, and yes, I break down what those donations actually translate to in real-world impact, from meals served to children supported.

    Our motto at MDR Brands has always been, “Your team is hungry — we feed starving teams.” Now we’ve expanded that to, “…and we also feed people.” If you’re curious about the heart behind this program, the impact it’s already creating, and how you can be part of it, this episode will give you the inside story. Feed teams. Feed people. Fuel a better future. Tune in now!


    Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…

    • [0:33] The Launch of the MDR Giveback Program

    • [1:48] We Feed Starving Teams… And We Also Feed People

    • [4:14] Our Commitment To Donating

    • [7:07] What’s Next for the MDR Giveback Program?

    • [8:35] Our Mission Is Simple.

    Episode Show Notes

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    Want to scale your business to the next level? GET SCORED NOW My Scale Factor Formula™ Scorecard takes just 5 minutes and will give you a custom scorecard for your business. Get your Business Scale Ready Score HERE.

    Unlock your leadership potential with the Rebel Leader Assessment! Take my Leadership Skills evaluator quiz HERE!

    Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening or watching the podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Finding The Upside podcast! Don’t miss out on future interviews with special guests plus bonus episodes! Follow now!

    Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! CLICK HERE and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page.

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    9 min
  • #161: You’re Not ‘AI-Ready’… and That’s Exactly the Point

    #161: You’re Not ‘AI-Ready’… and That’s Exactly the Point
    Dec 9 2025
    AI might be the biggest buzzword in business right now, but most leaders are still asking the same quiet question: Are we actually ready for this? In this episode of Finding the Upside, I break down why readiness, not technology, is the real factor determining whether AI will create value in your organization. Using current research from McKinsey, MIT, and BCG, I unpack why so many CEOs feel unprepared, yet continue launching pilots that don’t move the needle, and why treating AI as a partner, not a tool, is the mindset shift that changes everything.We also dig into a critical cultural truth: your people’s fear of job loss. Ignoring that fear creates resistance, anxiety, and stalled adoption. Addressing it creates trust, clarity, and the foundation for real transformation.If you’re a leader trying to figure out how to move from “not ready” to confidently integrating AI into the way your company works, this episode gives you the perspective and starting point you need.Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…[1:07] Will AI Actually Have a Positive Impact On A Company? [5:34] Common Patterns in Failing Pilots [6:14] You Can’t Buy Readiness! [8:23] Leaders Need To Acknowledge This Fear With AI [9:01] When You Treat AI As A Partner, You Are NOT Doing THIS[12:41] Give Your People Purpose and A Path In This Next EraEpisode Show Notes McKinsey & Company, The State of AI 2024 — 65% of organizations regularly using generative AI. McKinsey & Company+2McKinsey & Company+McKinsey & Company, The State of AI 2025 survey — 88% of organizations using AI in at least one business function. McKinsey & Company+1Boston Consulting Group, “AI Adoption in 2024: 74% of Companies Struggle to Achieve and Scale Value.” BCG GlobalMIT report, The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025 — 95% of generative AI enterprise pilots show no measurable P&L impact. Fortune+2Campus Technology+2McKinsey’s research on workflow redesign and governance correlating with AI value realization. McKinsey & Company+1 Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | Instagram Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | Facebook⁠ Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | LinkedIn Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | WebsiteMaria DeLorenzis Reyes | YoutubeWant to scale your business to the next level? GET SCORED NOW My Scale Factor Formula™ Scorecard takes just 5 minutes and will give you a custom scorecard for your business. Get your Business Scale Ready Score HERE. Unlock your leadership potential with the Rebel Leader Assessment! Take my Leadership Skills evaluator quiz HERE! Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening or watching the podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review HERE. Your feedback is important to us and will help us improve our content and reach more listeners like you. Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us @themariadr so we can thank you personally!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Finding The Upside podcast! Don’t miss out on future interviews with special guests plus bonus episodes! Follow now! Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! CLICK HERE and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page.
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    15 min
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