Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa

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What if the key to building long-term wealth wasn’t making more money, but keeping your lifestyle in check? In this episode, Sharran dives into the concept of the Lifestyle Tax, explaining how small shifts in spending habits can have a massive impact on wealth creation.

Sharran gets vulnerable, sharing his personal journey from struggling in the early years to growing Teles Properties 10x in 5 years to $3.4 billion while keeping the same operating budget. He teaches the difference between optimization and maximization and why most people are caught in the optimization game.

Sharran also shares practical lessons on how to handle income growth without letting lifestyle creep erode your net worth. If you're ready to break free from the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck and optimize for long-term wealth, this episode is for you!

“I want to make more money because I know that money is not the answer to everything, but money solves money problems.”
- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:
01:10 - Living on one income forever
04:13 - The lifestyle tax and lifestyle creep
05:20 - What to do when you make more money
06:16 - Realizing that your job is not guaranteed
08:51 - The real benefit of keeping your lifestyle fixed
11:25 - Understanding how income and expenses impact net worth

Resources:
- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/
- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/
- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/
- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/

Connect with Sharran:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/
- X - https://x.com/sharran
- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1
- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa

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What if investing didn’t have to be a guessing game? In this episode, Sharran shares his 3-Part Money System, a framework that completely transformed his approach to investing. After building two billion-dollar companies and navigating the ups and downs of investing, he developed a system to help investors make better decisions.

Sharran walks you through the three core principles that drive his money decisions. He shares practical examples of how this system works in real life, from evaluating investments like Bitcoin and real estate to understanding the capital stack.

If you're tired of guessing and want a clear framework to guide your financial decisions, this episode provides the blueprint for success.

“Knowing the system is not enough. Understanding truly comes from when you use the system the same way every single time.”
- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:
01:46 - Why many people often do nothing with their money
02:31 - The importance of time in the market
03:50 - Taxes and fees as the biggest wealth-draining factors
05:32 - Understanding risk and reward in investing
06:15 - The capital stack: understanding where you sit
08:55 - The “four good” framework for making investments
10:37 - Scoring system to analyze investment opportunities
12:27 - The three types of investors: Which one are you?

Resources:
- YouTube Video: If You Understand This, You Understand Investing - https://youtu.be/_Kpi8HgzKw8?si=EzmaD4shbK5_HHmA
- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/
- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/
- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/
- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/

Connect with Sharran:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/
- X - https://x.com/sharran
- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1
- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa

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What does it take to succeed at the highest level? In this episode, Sharran shares the 10 lessons he learned while working at Goldman Sachs. These lessons shaped his approach to success, business, and life.

Sharran breaks down the core principles that helped him excel in one of the most competitive environments in the world and helped him navigate the world of high-stakes finance. These principles, though learned at Goldman Sachs, apply to anyone looking to build a successful career and make a lasting impact.

If you want to learn the key lessons that have shaped some of the wealthiest and most successful people in the world, this episode is packed with insights that will help you achieve your goals.

“If you want to learn how to work hard, put yourself in an environment that forces it. When you choose to compete in a place where everyone is exceptional, where effort is the only advantage left, that's when you'll finally learn what you are truly capable of.”
- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:
01:48 - How to make $100,000 out of thin air
03:10 - Long-term greed and relationship-building
05:17 - The power of responsiveness
06:39 - Owning the bad news
08:27 - The importance of hard work paranoia
09:50 - Thinking in frameworks for better understanding
11:41 - The power of brand recognition
12:46 - Finding the right people to champion you
15:20 - The power of a whole firm working as one
17:10 - Setting and respecting the rules of engagement

Resources:
- YouTube Video: Everything They Teach You at Goldman Sachs in 17 Minutes - https://youtu.be/luvQRkxM-pQ?si=AcqY4HWh6W1QDiEx
- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/
- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/
- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/
- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/

Connect with Sharran:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/
- X - https://x.com/sharran
- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1
- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa

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What does it take to break into the top 0.01%? In this episode, Sharran shares the lessons he learned from the world’s most successful people. Drawing from his personal experiences and interactions with billionaires, world-class entrepreneurs, and top performers, he breaks down the seven fundamental principles of success that have shaped his journey. These principles provide the mindset and framework for achieving extraordinary results.

Sharran shares stories from his own path, including his conversation with Elon Musk and his experience at Goldman Sachs, revealing how these lessons have propelled him toward massive success.

If you’re ready to unlock your potential and learn the secrets of elite performers, this episode is a must-listen!

“I realized that some are born advisors and some are just born to be entrepreneurs, and it's your job to find the path as soon as possible and be extremely honest with yourself.”
- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:
02:12 - The power of unreasonable effort
04:12 - Dave Matthews' approach to songwriting
06:45 - Elon Musk’s advice on making fast decisions
08:14 - Saying yes to opportunities
09:57 - The importance of being in the right environment
12:26 - Knowing when to pivot and choose the entrepreneurial path
14:06 - Elite performance and preparation

Resources:
- YouTube Video: Everything I Learned From Being Around The Top 0.01% - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZrgkgCF79g
- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/
- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/
- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/
- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/

Connect with Sharran:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/
- X - https://x.com/sharran
- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1
- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa

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Do you want to sharpen your decision-making skills? In this episode, Sharran introduces the "Decision Mapping Method," a framework designed to help you make better, more informed decisions. He explains the impact of our daily decisions on our lives.

Drawing from his conversation with Richard Branson, Sharran shares a four-step approach to decision-making. By following this method, you can improve your judgment and take more deliberate actions that align with your goals.

Whether it's for personal growth or business success, this framework is designed to provide clarity and confidence when facing tough choices.

“A decision without action is just a thought.”
- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:
01:12 - The importance of decision-making
02:25 - Learning from Richard Branson
04:39 - The four-step decision-making process
04:54 - Understanding the context
08:31 - Isolating the issue
11:15 - Accepting the risk
14:46 - Mapping the decision
18:30 - How to use the decision-mapping method

Resources:
- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/
- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/
- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/
- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/

Connect with Sharran:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/
- X - https://x.com/sharran
- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran
- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1
- Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa