Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Social media has become part of our everyday lives, but that doesn’t make it trustworthy. The most dangerous part isn’t the misinformation itself–it’s how believable it looks.In this cautionary episode, Sharran exposes how social media algorithms manipulate what you believe, especially about money. He reveals that most viral financial content isn’t built to help you–it’s built to profit from your clicks. Backed by shocking data from FINRA, Sharran explains why over 70% of online finance posts fail basic compliance standards and how influencers earn more from your attention than your success.He dives into the psychology of algorithmic incentives, showing how platforms reward confidence over accuracy and how that distorts the truth. You’ll also learn three simple rules to spot fake gurus and protect yourself from misleading advice online. Stop making decisions based on what you see or hear from social media-verify the information from more reliable sources.“Whoever is shouting loudest–the biggest, loudest advice–about money is often giving the worst advice about money.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:04 - What FINRA discovered about viral finance posts02:44 - Why algorithms push bad financial advice04:31 - The “algorithm economics problem” explained06:22 - The hidden business model behind finance influencers09:09 - What good financial content should include10:35 - The three rules to protect yourself from bad advice12:43 - Why you should always verify with “boring sources”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

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Is your follower count lying to you? Sharran reveals why social media followers are officially dead and why that’s actually great news. In this episode, he breaks down how algorithms have shifted from social media to interest media, meaning your audience is no longer the people who follow you–it’s whoever the algorithm decides will care about your content.Sharran shares the real metrics that matter now (spoiler: it’s not likes) and explains why saves and shares are the new currency of reach. You’ll learn how to engineer viral growth by asking one simple question before hitting publish: “Why would someone share this?”This episode will completely change how you think about social media, virality, and growth in the creator economy.“No post goes viral without massive shares.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:07 - Real examples: 16K followers, 2.3M views02:04 - Why your followers aren’t your audience anymore04:09 - The only metrics that matter: saves and shares05:21 - The one question that drives virality06:22 - The psychology behind shareability08:05 - Why “interest media” is here to stay10:02 - The new rule of content creationResources:- 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

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Most people think success comes from working harder, but the real edge comes from learning faster. In this episode, Sharran reveals the three shortcuts that will help you master any skill 10x faster. You’ll discover how to reach out directly to experts using his “Magic DM Script,” the AI prompt that instantly identifies the 20% of knowledge that creates 80% of your results, and the “Learning Dogma” method that turns new insights into lifelong wisdom. These are the frameworks Sharran uses to learn anything at lightning speed without wasting hours in the YouTube rabbit hole or reading a dozen books. If you’ve ever wanted to fast-track your growth, this episode is your blueprint.“When you listen to something, you get to learn it once. When you teach something, you get to learn it twice (that's a Jim Kwik quote, by the way). But when you document something, you get to learn it forever.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:02 - Why speed of learning is the ultimate advantage03:37 - Shortcut #1: The Magic DM Script07:44 - Shortcut #2: Using AI to identify the 20% that matters11:41 - Shortcut #3: The Learning Dogma framework13:55 - Why frameworks boost recall and retention14:56 - Recap: Learn Any Skill 10x FasterResources:- 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

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Are you curious to know what it takes to become a superhuman? In this powerful episode, Sharran reveals the secrets to becoming the best version of yourself by sharing the framework for personal growth. Forget the self-help jargon–this episode breaks personal growth down to simple, actionable steps that will accelerate your transformation. Sharran explains how personal growth is like math and how changing your behavior with a proven system can help you achieve extraordinary results. He also explores the importance of learning, intelligence, and wisdom, breaking down how we all can level up in every area of our lives. If you're ready to accelerate your personal growth and become the best version of yourself, listen now, and share this episode with a friend who’s ready for extraordinary growth.“Growth is math. I just want you to know this: An input creates an output. If you just know that, if you can figure out the right input, you will get the output you want.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:27 - The problem with the traditional school system05:02 - The math of personal growth06:34 - Learning and why it matters08:10 - Understanding intelligence and learning rate10:32 - Wisdom: The stockpile of lessons over time12:31 - The “When-Then” algorithm: A framework to change your behavior17:34 - The power of modeling: Learning from those ahead of you21:10 - How to use feedback for personal growth23:27 - Applying the “When-Then” behavior formula to everyday lifeResources:- 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

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!If you think an LLC automatically protects your personal assets, think again. In this episode, Sharran breaks down this common misconception among business owners. He shares the real story of a friend who lost his house despite setting up an LLC, showing how improper implementation can leave you vulnerable. Sharran talks about the importance of maintaining a proper legal separation between business and personal assets, outlining the crucial steps you need to take to avoid costly mistakes.If you're a business owner, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how to protect what you've worked so hard for.“In court or in process or in procedure, documentation will beat memory every single time.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:43 - The myth of LLC protection and real-life story04:40 - Piercing the corporate veil: what it means and why it matters05:21 - The importance of separating business and personal finances09:30 - The role of proper documentation in safeguarding your assets15:27 - How small mistakes can put your LLC protection at risk19:20 - Recap: Your LLC won't protect youResources:- 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