Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa
Sharran Srivatsaa
Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa is the no-fluff, tactical podcast for founders, operators, and underdogs who want to grow with clarity, intention, and results. Hosted by entrepreneur, investor, and operator Sharran Srivatsaa—President and Managing Partner at Acquisition.com—this show cuts through the noise to deliver real-world strategies from someone who's built and exited five companies across multiple industries.
Sharran has helped scale two billion-dollar businesses, served as President of Real (NASDAQ: REAX), and led the 10x growth and sale of Teles Properties to Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG). He brings lessons from Wall Street to Main Street, sharing what actually works—because he’s lived through what doesn’t.
Every episode offers simple, actionable playbooks for those who want to build extraordinary companies without the chaos. Whether you're a scrappy operator, a first-time founder, or a seasoned executive, Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa is your blueprint for building with purpose and winning on your terms.
For more free resources, visit Sharran.com
Sharran has helped scale two billion-dollar businesses, served as President of Real (NASDAQ: REAX), and led the 10x growth and sale of Teles Properties to Douglas Elliman (NYSE: DOUG). He brings lessons from Wall Street to Main Street, sharing what actually works—because he’s lived through what doesn’t.
Every episode offers simple, actionable playbooks for those who want to build extraordinary companies without the chaos. Whether you're a scrappy operator, a first-time founder, or a seasoned executive, Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa is your blueprint for building with purpose and winning on your terms.
For more free resources, visit Sharran.com
Episodes
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Aug 26, 2025 • 20min
7 Lessons From 3 Board Meetings
Get insights from billion-dollar boardrooms as lessons unfold from three meetings. Discover why systems are crucial for success, not just talent. Learn the power of designing for scalability and how iteration can outpace the quest for perfection. Uncover the pre-mortem technique to foresee and mitigate potential failures. Appreciate the impact of clear communication on company culture. Shift your automation focus from efficiency to accuracy, and see how meaningful onboarding can set the tone for a thriving workplace.
Aug 19, 2025 • 19min
Why Most Bosses Suck
Why do so many bosses fail to inspire? The discussion highlights how an obsession with titles over effective management harms team dynamics and productivity. Listeners learn that true respect is earned through leading by example rather than through position. A focus on humility, service, and engagement is advocated for as the foundation of effective leadership. Additionally, the hosts challenge everyone to rethink their leadership perceptions, emphasizing that fulfillment comes from meaningful work, not just high status.
15 snips
Aug 12, 2025 • 21min
Underdog Growth System
Discover how to create a marketing system that works while you sleep. The Underdog Growth System emphasizes the importance of clear offers and targeting one ideal customer. Learn to sell outcomes instead of tools. Dive into the power of launching early and embracing imperfection for success. Explore ways to build effective lead generation systems that convert. Shift your mindset to leverage your underdog status for explosive growth without burnout.
22 snips
Aug 5, 2025 • 23min
How To Win
Discover a refreshing perspective on success that emphasizes consistent effort over flashy shortcuts. The conversation highlights ten actionable insights designed to transform your approach to business and personal growth. Key themes include using external doubt as motivation, the importance of ‘one more’ action, and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for resilience. Explore how the most impactful growth often comes from unglamorous tasks, and learn to appreciate the power of hard, unseen work in achieving your goals.
Jul 29, 2025 • 56min
Everything I Learned After 60 Days At Acquisition.com
Leila Hormozi, Partner at Acquisition.com, dives into effective business growth strategies and team building. She emphasizes the critical importance of aligning company culture with hiring practices to lower turnover and enhance teamwork. Hormozi shares her insights on the necessity of writing memos to foster communication and decision-making within teams. The conversation also touches on balancing present and future perspectives, promoting collaboration, and adopting an 'unreasonable productivity' mindset to drive results.
Jul 22, 2025 • 19min
A-Player Business Model
Discover how building a team of A-players can elevate your business to new heights. Learn practical strategies for attracting top talent, emphasizing the importance of treating recruitment like a sales process. Understand why the best candidates often aren’t available when you need them and how to create an irresistible work environment. Closely examine the hidden advantages that high performers bring, and find out where to discover these A-players in unexpected places. Investing in great people might just be the key to your business success!
14 snips
Jul 15, 2025 • 48min
Turn $5K into $100K
Join finance gurus Russ Morgan, Mark Podolsky, and Joey Mure as they share revolutionary ways to multiply a $5,000 investment into $100,000. Russ reveals his innovative lake house strategy for tax-free income, while Mark dives into land flipping techniques that maximize returns. Joey discusses infinite banking as a tool for building wealth through passive income. They explore practical steps, like leveraging unique assets and building valuable relationships, to create sustainable financial growth!
Jul 8, 2025 • 13min
Money Printing Culture
Can company culture really be a money-making machine? Discover how to transform culture into a powerful engine for profitability. Learn the importance of sharing credit and recognizing individual contributions in driving team performance. Addressing poor attitudes swiftly is crucial for maintaining productivity. Weekly shout-outs and inclusive language can significantly boost engagement. These practical strategies are designed to help any business, from startups to established firms, thrive and succeed in a competitive landscape.
Jul 1, 2025 • 8min
Get Paid To Be Yourself
Tired of the hustle culture? Discover the myth of the self-made man and learn why authenticity is key to success. The discussion emphasizes getting paid for being yourself, aligning your work with personal passions. Sharran shares insights on building a business that reflects your unique strengths, avoiding burnout in the process. Listen to redefine success and embrace a focused approach to life and work, where genuine self-expression reigns supreme. It's time to prioritize who you are and get rewarded for it!
10 snips
Jun 24, 2025 • 26min
Why I Joined Acquisition.com
Explore the 10-step framework that guided a pivotal career move to Acquisition.com. Discover how aligning with the right people can transform decision-making and drive success. Learn the importance of community, commitment, and cultivating a culture of generosity in business. Gain insights on playing the infinite game in your career. Sharran emphasizes the necessity of surrounding yourself with high-performing individuals who prioritize meaningful achievements over luck. This discussion provides a blueprint for making impactful choices.
