

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
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May 23, 2023 • 30min
My New Content Framework
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Digital media has revolutionized content marketing. Over the past years, how we interact with brands has changed significantly. Since we're all connected through the digital space, content creation has become integral to our day-to-day lives. But how do you create content? How do you know what's working and what's not?In this episode, Sharran takes you through his content creation engine and how his team creates 50 to 75 pieces of content weekly. Sharran developed a 4-part content creation process and framework that works in the new world to make content creation more enjoyable. So, let’s dive into the world of content creation!“Entertainment is the fastest way to get people to stop. Entertainment is the fastest way to get people to spend time on brand. Entertainment is the fastest way to sneak them into your world.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:04:06 How the idea for this episode came about06:28 Discover a new content creation framework06:54 How do you create tactical content?11:16 Why do you need to build a community?18:31 How do you create insightful content?19:43 What is the new call to action?21:38 What is the sole purpose of entertainment?23:14 How do you create some entertainment?26:32 Here's a quick recap of the TICE frameworkResources:- Wealth Without Wall Street Community- The Real Brokerage - Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

May 16, 2023 • 25min
The Inside Out Marketing Method
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Marketing is one of the most important things a business can do. It builds brand awareness, engages customers, increases sales, and grows your business. Social media platforms and email campaigns have made reaching consumers a much less expensive game. But sometimes, marketing tasks can become tedious, especially when you do not have a clear content marketing plan. In this episode, Sharran lets you in on the secret to converting boring work into sexy marketing. Discover three methods to create a more powerful and enjoyable marketing strategy for your business. So let's dive in!“Your best ideas are inside your work. Your best ideas are not bragging about your work.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:46 How the idea for this topic came about03:39 Why Clubhouse was a disaster for Gary Vaynerchuk05:47 How do you use your daily work in marketing?07:12 How to leverage the treasure trove of content method11:11 What to do every time a client asks a question 12:12 Applying the tools without instruction method in your marketing15:30 Benefits of using stories as parables19:02 What all the modern gurus teach and why you should not do that21:39 A one-minute recap of the key takeaways from today's episodeResources:- The Real Brokerage - Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

May 9, 2023 • 33min
$200K Keynote Framework
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Does the thought of creating presentations bother you? Do you spend hours or even days preparing for a presentation? There's good news for you. You don't have to get bogged down anymore.In this episode, Sharran takes you behind the scenes of his $200K Keynote Framework. That's right - $200K is an actual number. It's your chance to get access to the step-by-step process of how Sharran builds every presentation, for which he gets paid $200K to deliver. Once you learn this framework, you no longer have to spend days worrying about how to structure your presentations. What's more interesting is that you can begin charging higher every time you get invited to speak. So don't miss out on this opportunity. “When you could get sequencing right for most people, their business and their life completely transform.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:03:11 The three big ideas inside today's episode03:44 How this idea came about05:55 Where Sharran learned this framework08:10 The four components of the $200K keynote framework08:47 Breaking down The Why Frame (The Rationale) 12:06 Breaking down The What Frame (The Strategy)16:18 Breaking down The How Frame (Show, Flow, Demo)21:48 Breaking down The Now or Next Frame (The Prescription)23:15 Bringing the framework to life (actual implementation of the framework)29:04 Recap of the $200K Keynote FrameworkResources:- The 4MAT Model- Taki Moore - Matt Church- The 5 AM Club- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

May 2, 2023 • 25min
Why People Fail
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Why do some people achieve their goals while others fail miserably? It's because successful people manage to overcome barriers that, in many cases, guarantee failure. But how do you overcome those barriers if you don't even know what they are?In this episode, Sharran takes you through the three reasons people fail and how you can fix it. Once you understand these ideas and install the strategies used by successful people, you will achieve tremendous success. So tune in and learn the key to achieving almost anything you want!“Almost everything is achievable if we can figure out the inputs that we can control to get the outputs that we want.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:56 The three big ideas inside today's episode03:12 How this idea came about03:45 Three common traits of billionaires05:32 Why does having a big goal but no plan lead to failure?08:35 Here's the fastest way to make sure you don't fail 10:08 Should you focus on the gap or the gain?12:53 Don't try to slay the dragon on your own14:07 The dumbest inspirational statement anybody can give 18:26 This is one of the greatest things Sharran has ever done 21:13 How to gain an unfair advantage so that no one can beat you21:39 Check out Sharran's free 4-Week MBA to access 20 years' worth of knowledge delivered via bite-sized content22:30 Recap of the reasons people fail and how you can fix itResources:- If you need a Money Coach, Find Russ Morgan and Joey Mure inside the Wealth Without Wall Street Community- The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

Apr 25, 2023 • 27min
The Truth Behind Sales Scripts
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!If you can make one upgrade in your business process or strategy, what will it be? Before you even think about changing your logo or revamping your website, think about your sales script. Sales scripts sometimes get a bad rap, but they serve a specific purpose. In this episode, Sharran discloses the truth behind sales scripts. If you can only make one shift and learn this skill, it will drive millions of dollars in your income without changing anything else. He also talks about avoiding the three biggest mistakes with scripting. So if you want to know the truth behind sales scripts and dramatically improve your revenue, this episode is for you. “The script is not for you. It is for the client. When you realize that, that's when you realize that you're in service of them.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:51 The three big things that will dramatically change your view about sales scripts02:24 Here's a fun story from Sharran's days at Goldman Sachs05:55 What is the number one reason to script?08:51 How do you infuse humanity into your script?15:12 What are the three mistakes that happen in the scripting world?22:55 What makes a perfect salesperson?25:06 Recap of the truth behind sales scriptsResources:- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

Apr 18, 2023 • 25min
The New CTA System
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Content creators, marketing strategists, and business owners say you should always have a call to action in your content. Subscribe, click, like, share, and book a call–these are just some ways people are motivated to take the next step into becoming a customer or a client. If everyone says that, how can you win in today's ultra-competitive and noisy market? How do you make people spend more time on your brand and connect with you faster? In this episode, Sharran is taking you behind the scenes of the new way of calling people to action and why the three pieces of time on brand are important. The things he talks about are based on a study that he and his team conducted. And they discovered something really fascinating.So if you're interested in leveraging one of the biggest assets–attention–and turning it into leads, conversion, money, and insane fame and fortune, this episode is for you. “Time on brand is the new call to action.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:39 What is the new call to action?02:02 The three big ideas that Sharran shares in this episode02:53 How all of these came about05:25 Discovery - How do you get discovered?07:51 The two most naturally viral platforms where you can get views10:02 Why you must post content on TikTok and LinkedIn 10:46 Connection - How do you build a deep connection with people?14:18 Collaboration - How do you make people engage more with you?14:42 The difference between a call to action and a call to engagement17:04 What is a contextual content upgrade, and how do you use it?20:05 Three things you have to remember21:20 Recap of The New CTA SystemResources:- Business School Podcast Episode 96: Time on Brand- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

Apr 11, 2023 • 27min
The Review Preview Method
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Entrepreneurs and business owners are constantly plagued with information that they sometimes get sidetracked into doing something that is not aligned with their goals. But what is the best way to stay focused and get the most out of our days? In this episode, Sharran breaks down the 10-minute secret ritual of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world. The Review Preview Method is something that he learned from his mentor, Michael Sheargold, one of the most respected business coaches and performance experts out there. Once you apply this method, you will acquire insane leverage and unfair advantage. If you want to beat overwhelm and make sure you accomplish important things, this episode will give you the blueprint. So tune in and learn how to implement this powerful method into your life. “The best way to beat overwhelm and information overload is to capture everything and organize your thoughts.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:01 The three big problems that plague entrepreneurs04:35 How The Review Preview Method works05:50 How to address information overload using The Review Preview method07:45 What is universal capture?09:30 How to use The Review Preview Method effectively16:52 The most important thing that Preview does for you21:17 Where to get the best virtual assistants 23:15 Recap of The Review Preview MethodResources:- Peak Productivity Framework- Todoist Productivity Tool- Assistantly Virtual Assistant Staffing Services- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

Apr 4, 2023 • 25min
Influencers Are Not Financial Advisors
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!In a world where influencers are dishing out words of wisdom, many social media users tend to accept the suggestions their favorite influencers share. But when it comes to money matters, do not believe everything you see and hear from influencers because they are not expert financial advisors. Instead, you must carefully consider where you're getting sound financial advice if you don't want to be disappointed. In this episode, Sharran talks about why you should not blindly follow what your favorite influencers tell you, especially regarding money. After all, just because someone is good at something does not mean they are good at everything.Influencers may be good at talking in front of the camera, but it doesn't mean they clearly understand how the world of investment works. So who should you turn to for financial advice? That's what Sharran has in store for you today. If you are interested in achieving financial freedom where your passive income exceeds your expenses, this episode is for you. “Influencers are not financial advisors. Just because you like a talking head doesn't mean you should listen to them about money.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:00:00 Who is this episode for?01:50 Why you should not blindly do what influencers are suggesting03:13 Three things you will learn from this episode05:05 Who is your source of truth? 11:26 Why is operational understanding extremely important?14:30 What is covered call writing?15:37 How do you get an operational understanding of things?17:54 Do you have sniper mentors?21:02 Recap of today's episodeResources:- The Passive Income Mastermind- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- The Real Brokerage - Top Agent Power Pack- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

Mar 28, 2023 • 16min
3 Billion Dollar Upgrades
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!How would you like to get insights into the thought process behind billion-dollar company leaders? What do they discuss? How do they come up with strategies and solutions to billion-dollar problems? In this episode, Sharran talks about three lessons from inside a closed-door board meeting. It's your chance to hear powerful lessons that no one outside that meeting would know. Once you understand and implement these things, your life and business will take a massive shift for the better. “All our pivotal moments of great success were marked by great hires and fires.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to the 3 billion dollar upgrades02:17 Discover the three big ideas behind this episode03:34 How to get an unfair advantage04:36 The one question you must ask yourself whenever you're about to hire someone07:21 How to practice game theory 10:34 What does moving the needle look like for you?13:31 Recap of today's episodeResources:- 37 Lessons Learned Growing Teles 10x - The Real Brokerage - ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube

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Mar 21, 2023 • 30min
Peak Productivity Framework
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Have you always wanted to do something but can't find the time? As a busy entrepreneur, CEO, and business leader, you wish to squeeze in more activities. You're constantly trying to extract infinite resources in a finite amount of time. Whatever you do, you can't have more than 24 hours each day. But what if someone can give you a framework for optimizing your productivity? Wouldn't you want to know what that is?In this episode, Sharran shares the three productivity secrets of the best entrepreneurs in the world. It's designed to get you to extract more from the limited time that you have. Tune in to discover how to install this productivity framework in your life so you can do more, be more, give more, and achieve more. “Systems drive success. You are only as good as your system.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:00:00 Introduction01:33 Three things that Sharran will discuss today02:23 How all these things came about05:24 Let's talk about planning05:46 How to use the 3-1-90 Framework12:30 What tools do you need?13:53 Discover Sharran's project management system and why it works20:22 Why do you need to establish personal rules?25:54 How to get access to the 10K Wisdom Private Podcast26:37 Sharran's big reason for recording this episode27:40 Recap of the Peak Productivity FrameworkResources:- Top Agent Power Pack- The Real Brokerage - ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - Sharran's Partnership Program - Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn- YouTube