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.
Finding The Upside
Claim This Podcastby 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.
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July 21, 2026
#191: The Emotional Cost of Survival Mode
<p>We're living in a time when many people are carrying more than they realize. The pressure to keep going, stay productive, and push through has become so normalized that exhaustion often feels like a way of life.</p><p>In this shorty episode of Finding the Upside, I explore the hidden impact of living in survival mode and why so many people are feeling depleted, even when they're doing all the "right" things. I share my thoughts on how this is a warning sign for us and leaders - we are not ok…and your people are not ok. Uncertainty, resilience, and the emotional weight that often goes unseen in our workplaces, our relationships, and our daily lives -- those are real issues that need to be considered not just by us, but by the people leading teams as well.</p><p>This conversation is a reminder that what you're feeling may not be a personal failing—it is likely a reflection of the environment you're navigating. And recognizing that can change everything.</p><p>The upside? Awareness creates choice, and sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is give ourselves—and others—the grace to breathe. Take a moment to listen to this one…</p><p>Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…</p><li><li><ul><li>[1:23 ] People are WORRIED</li></ul></li><ul><li><p>[2:58]Operating in Survival Mode Changes How People Show Up</p></li><li><p>[4:26] Resilience Without Recovery Becomes THIS</p></li><li><p>[6:35] We Need To Stop Treating Ourselves Like Machines</p></li></ul></li><p>Episode Show Notes </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Facebook</a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://mariadr.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Website</a></p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mariadelorenzisreyes" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Youtube</a></p><p>If you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the <a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Business Leaders Hub!</a> Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you <a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>.</p><p>Want to scale your business to the next level?<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> GET SCORED NOW</a> 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<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> HERE</a>. </p><p>What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with <strong>The Rebel Leader Assessment</strong>! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz <a href="https://rebelleader.scoreapp.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE!</a> </p><p>Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review<a href="http://www.anchor.fm/maria-delorenzis-reyes" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> HERE</a>. 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!</p><p>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!<a href="http://www.mariadr.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Follow now</a>! </p><p>Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! <a href="https://mariadr.com/podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> CLICK HERE</a> and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page. </p>
July 14, 2026
#190: The Empty Chairs Told the Story: No Country for Mothers Screening
<p>A few weeks ago, I hosted a screening of the documentary No Country for Mothers. Twenty people signed up. Three showed up.</p><p>At first, I was disappointed. But as I sat with it, I realized the empty chairs told a story of their own. Mothers are expected to show up for everyone else, yet when it's time to show up for mothers, too often the room is left empty.</p><p>In this episode of Finding the Upside, I share why this issue continues to pull me back into the conversation and why I signed on as an associate producer for this important film. From the lack of paid family leave and affordable childcare to the impossible expectations placed on working families, we're asking mothers to solve problems that were never theirs to solve alone.</p><p>This isn't about blaming women or debating which generation had it harder. It's about taking an honest look at the systems, policies, and cultural narratives that have shaped the motherhood experience in America—and asking what needs to change.</p><p>The upside? Once we see the problem clearly, we can stop carrying the shame that was never ours to carry. We can start having different conversations, creating different workplaces, supporting different policies, and showing up for one another in ways that move us forward together.</p><p>Because even a small room can start a conversation that matters. And this conversation is far from over.</p><p>VIDEO CREDIT: No Country for Mothers Trailer </p><p>Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…</p><ul><li><p>[0:26] The Empty Chairs Were Part of the Story Too.</p></li><li><p>[1:29] The Current Culture War: Girl Boss vs. Trad Wife</p></li><li><p>[2:14] The System is Failing Mothers</p></li><li><p>[4:48] WHY This Film Matters</p></li></ul><p>Episode Show Notes </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/"> <u>Instagram</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes/"> <u>Facebook</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/"><u>LinkedIn</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://mariadr.com/"> <u>Website</u></a></p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mariadelorenzisreyes"><u>Youtube</u></a></p><p>If you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the<u> </u><a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join">Business Leaders Hub<u>!</u></a> Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you <a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join">HERE</a>.</p><p>Want to scale your business to the next level?<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/"> <u>GET SCORED NOW</u></a><u> </u> 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<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/"> <u>HERE</u></a>. </p><p>What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with <strong>The Rebel Leader Assessment</strong>! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz <a href="https://rebelleader.scoreapp.com/"><u>HERE!</u></a> </p><p>Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review<a href="http://www.anchor.fm/maria-delorenzis-reyes"> <u>HERE</u></a>. 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!</p><p>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!<a href="http://www.mariadr.com/podcast"><u> Follow now</u></a><u>!</u> </p><p>Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! <a href="https://mariadr.com/podcast/"> <u>CLICK HERE</u></a> and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page. </p>
July 7, 2026
#189: What AI Can’t Replace: The Human Advantage
<p>Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, communicate, and lead—but what does that mean for the future of being human?</p><p>In this episode of Finding the Upside, I explore a question that goes far beyond technology: As AI becomes more capable, what qualities become even more valuable? From trust and connection to belonging and significance, we’ll examine why the skills often labeled as “soft” may be the most powerful advantage we have moving forward.</p><p>The future may not belong to those with the best technology, but to those who know how to balance innovation with humanity. What AI can’t replace might be exactly what matters most.</p><p>If you've ever wondered where you fit in an AI-driven world—or what will truly set people apart in the years ahead—this conversation may change the way you think about the future. Press play and discover why being more human could be your greatest advantage.</p><p>Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…</p><ul><li><p>[0:37] How Is AI Going to Change Everything? </p></li><li><p>[4:05] People Aren’t Metrics.</p></li><li><p>[5:03] The One Defining Issue of Our Time.</p></li><li><p>[6:49] What Changed For Me.</p></li><li><p>[12:01] The Future Belongs to THESE Organizations.</p></li><li><p>[14:51] People Still Want To Matter.</p></li></ul><p>Episode Show Notes </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.instagram.com/themariadr/"> <u>Instagram</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MariaDeLorenzisReyes/"> <u>Facebook</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/"><u>LinkedIn</u></a> </p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes |<a href="https://mariadr.com/"> <u>Website</u></a></p><p>Maria DeLorenzis Reyes | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mariadelorenzisreyes"><u>Youtube</u></a></p><p>If you’re ready to dive deeper and level up your learning beyond the Finding the Upside episodes, sign up for the<u> </u><a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join">Business Leaders Hub<u>!</u></a> Get access to exclusive content, resources and tools, and a community built to help you accelerate to the next level. It’s all waiting for you <a href="http://go.businessleaderhub.com/join">HERE</a>.</p><p>Want to scale your business to the next level?<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/"> <u>GET SCORED NOW</u></a><u> </u> 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<a href="https://mariadr.scoreapp.com/"> <u>HERE</u></a>. </p><p>What kind of leader are you? Unlock your leadership potential with <strong>The Rebel Leader Assessment</strong>! Take the Leadership Skills Quiz <a href="https://rebelleader.scoreapp.com/"><u>HERE!</u></a> </p><p>Thanks for tuning into Finding The Upside! If you enjoy listening to our podcast, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave us a rating and review<a href="http://www.anchor.fm/maria-delorenzis-reyes"> <u>HERE</u></a>. 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!</p><p>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!<a href="http://www.mariadr.com/podcast"><u> Follow now</u></a><u>!</u> </p><p>Never miss a show…get the goods delivered directly to your inbox! <a href="https://mariadr.com/podcast/"> <u>CLICK HERE</u></a> and find “Email Me New Episodes” at the Bottom of the page. </p>
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