Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa The 11yr Old Investor
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Oct 28, 2025 Discover how an 11-year-old turned $1,000 into over $7,000 through smart investing! Learn about simple thematic investments that made money management fun and understandable for kids. Sharran shares the thrill of risk, the importance of diversification, and why patience is key to growing wealth. Dive into memorable investment choices like tech stocks and Bitcoin, and find out how introducing financial concepts early can make kids confident investors. It's a delightful mix of parenting and finance!
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Book Reward Turned Investment Account
- Sharran paid his son $50 per book but deposited the money directly into a Robinhood account instead of giving cash.
- He also seeded the account with $1,000 to demonstrate investing and trades hands-on.
Keep Investments Simple And Thematic
- Use simple, thematic investments your child can explain to learn investing basics.
- Avoid complex products early and prioritize clarity over sophistication.
Build A Four-Part Starter Portfolio
- Split a starter portfolio into themes: tech, broad market, dividends, and a small wildcard.
- Allocate modest exposure to high-risk assets so you can win without risking everything.