Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa

If you want to learn what it takes to open a world of opportunity and build a successful business, this episode is for you. Today’s guest is Yasmina Ellins, a graduate of Cambridge University and The Judge Business School. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Programme at the prestigious Business School of Imperial College in London. Plus, she speaks 7 different languages! Can you believe that? Today, she sits with Sharran to talk about how she built her network from the ground up, became a successful entrepreneur at a very young age, and how others can do the same.“Networking is about building relationships, building your own ecosystem of opportunity.”– Yasmina EllinsIn This Episode:- How to build the fluency to speak different languages- What makes Yasmina Ellins fascinating- How to form a life of your own design- How personal growth and networking go together- The first step to building your network- 3 ways to add value to people- How having a podcast helps start relationships and business partnerships- The Innovation Mastermind that helped Yasmina grow her networkConnect with Yasmina:LinkedInInstagramThe Networking Ninja Checklist The Young Entrepreneur's Journey PodcastConnect with Sharran:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter

Becoming a bestselling author seems so far-fetched for the average person, but understanding a few tricks can make it easy. In today’s episode, Sharran is joined by Marni Hale as they discuss how the smallest details matter the most when publishing a book. Tune in now to learn all the secrets to becoming an Amazon bestselling author. “All of the work leads up to one day.”- Marni HaleIn This Episode:- Why you should know how strategies work and how to execute them- Tips and tricks for becoming an Amazon bestselling author- The secret sauce that can make or break your career as an author- How to prepare your audience for launch day- Some things Marni learned from this process- Why you need to build relationships with your audienceConnect with Marni Hale:- Linkedin- Twitter- Facebook- Text "BOOK" to 949-570-6490 to immediately get a PDF of the 10 Steps To Becoming An Amazon Best Selling AuthorConnect with Sharran:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- Twitter

Do you think you could write a book? Do you believe, in yourself, that you could write a bestseller? In this new episode, Sharran talks with Joshua Sprague, a self-made author, marketer, and skier who wrote a book in 21 days and created the life he knew he could have, no matter what. They discuss Joshua’s system for making any issue feel manageable, his process for writing a bestseller in under a month, and the mentality that made his success inevitable.“If you have an unwavering commitment to not compromising on yourself, you will figure it out.” - Joshua SpragueIn This Episode:- The steps you can do RIGHT NOW to create financial freedom- The mentality necessary for redefining your limits- How Joshua wrote an Amazon bestselling book in 21 days- Why self-imposed constraints accelerated Joshua’s writing- Why “problem tiers” is the difference between discussing issues and SOLVING themConnect with Joshua:- Website- InstagramConnect with Sharran:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- Twitter

Now more than ever, getting a grip on your finances is crucial to your peace of mind. Many seek out a financial advisor for help, but what if the advisor works in a system that incentivizes less advice, more fees, and ultimately more people feeling lost? To challenge this model, Eric Simonson founded Abundo Wealth, a financial planning company that charges only a flat fee to offer unlimited advice and resources to individuals and businesses. On this episode, Sharran and Eric discuss the smart way to tackle your debt, what to consider when browsing life insurance, the $10,000 question about cars, and the concrete steps to help you take control of your life.“It’s life-changing for people to feel less stressed and more empowerment around money.”- Eric SimonsonIn This Episode:- What the most common finance questions REVEAL about people- A WINNING formula for your finances- Why you SHOULDN’T pay off your mortgage immediately- How to feel EMPOWERED about money- An affordable, no-stress approach to life insurance- Should you buy or lease your car?- What parents can do RIGHT NOW for their children- How to push through anxiety and take CONTROL of debtConnect with Eric:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- InstagramConnect with Sharran:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- Twitter

Being a successful entrepreneur is more than just “creating value.” In fact, entrepreneurship will challenge you in the simplest way: Are you good at what you like? In this new episode of Business School, Sharran talks with Rob Hanly about how he helps businesses find hidden wealth by dissecting every part of their business. They discuss what every business owner should be tracking, how powerful your intuition is, and why creating value is as simple as being who you are.“The way people make money isn’t through adding value; it’s through capturing value.”- Rob HanlyIn This Episode:- What a diamond digging site teaches us about entrepreneurship, opportunity, and luck- Every business NEEDS to understand these metrics- How Rob connects physical goods with digital assets to expand his money-making opportunities- The scientifically-proven way to make and keep wealth- Why having FEWER goals leads to MORE successConnect with Rob Hanly:- Website- InstagramConnect with Sharran:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- Twitter

So, there must be a secret to creating 800% growth, right? Crazy connections? Huge investments? A fancy degree? The answer isn’t very sexy, but it’s much more powerful: Show up every day. On this new episode of Business School, Sharran sits down with Glenn Lundy, a man who went from homeless to fostering 800% growth at a small car dealership in Kentucky, setting a record and putting his name on the map. Glenn recounts how his humble beginnings shaped his life forever, accountability-building strategies that he teaches in every sector, and one simple phrase that will permanently change how you see yourself.“Accountability is a necessary function for those that want to perform at a high level. The easiest way to instill accountability is through structure.”- Glenn LundyIn This Episode:- Why Glenn’s humble beginnings paved the way for HUGE growth- Glenn’s consistent morning routines that apply to EVERYONE- THE effective way to implement accountability- How Glenn makes more sales by talking less and listening more- Begin every sentence with THESE two words to feel true power and gratitude- Why Glenn created his “Rise and Grind” programConnect with Glenn Lundy:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- TwitterConnect with Sharran:- Website- LinkedIn- Facebook- Instagram- Twitter

Every business is founded upon a steadfast principle and excitement, but even those can’t work through humanity’s greatest puzzle: Money. If you want your business to thrive, you need a systematic approach to money. In this episode of Business School, Sharran connects with his former CFO, Khristine Valdez, to dive into the nuances of business money management. They cover the biggest and easily fixable mistakes that every entrepreneur runs into, the best way to keep track of savings and expenses, and what Khristine recommends to keep your balance sheets and wallets happy.“Process is the key to everything.” - Khristine ValdezIn This Episode:- How to NOT chase money- Why having business peers is critical to success- How to thoroughly understand your clients- Look at THESE metrics to figure out if you’re leaving money on the table- The simple way to cut unnecessary costs and keep track of recurring ones- Khristine’s approach to owner’s compensation- Why business owners should keep track of personal capital investments- The best way to handle taxes- One BIG mistake that’s too easy NOT to fixConnect with Khristine:WebsiteLinkedInConnect with Sharran:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter

With the advent of the internet and now COVID, making a living exclusively online has never been more accessible, but it still requires showing up and doing the hard work. In this episode, Sharran sits down with Ian Stanley, one of the biggest names in the online marketing and copywriting space who has sold over $100 million worth of product through his writing. Ian discusses what simple advice made all the difference, how he leverages shortcomings to his benefit, and how he embraces imperfection. What’s the difference between $100 and $100 million? Hitting “Send.”“But surrendering attachment to any outcome, that’s how you become the best.” - Ian StanleyIn This Episode:- The two simple phrases that changed Ian’s life- Why you should forget about the outcome- How Ian transformed a disadvantage into his defining characteristic- How to craft your own identity in a saturated market- Ian’s biggest advantage that propelled him to success- How to write something once and make money for yearsResources:Get Ian’s book here: https://www.persuasionhitman.com/Connect with Ian Stanley:WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeConnect with Sharran:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter

Sharran continues his conversation with Jeff Thibodeau, a modern real estate broker and investor, about how anyone can get into the real estate game. In this episode, they cover the traits of a good investor, how to get in and out of a deal properly, and how you can find deals where no one else will. Study hard, but then go work harder; do what others won’t so that, in the future, you can do what others can’t.“If you can find stuff that other people are completely overlooking, then there’s deals everywhere.” - Jeff Thibodeau In This Episode:- A recurring mistake that even the smartest people make- The importance of the “buy box” - The role of interest rates- How to plan for any future- What to look for in an investor- How and when to implement your “exit strategy”Connect with Jeff ThibodeauWebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTubeConnect with Sharran:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter

Real estate is a market sought after by so many, and for good reason: If done right, its returns will pay you back tenfold. However, many people’s dreams end there, whether due to a lack of money, knowledge, or confidence. In this episode of Business School, Sharran sits down with Jeff Thibodeau to ask the essential questions for anyone wanting to enter the real estate game. Buying your first property may seem impossible right now, but if you play the long game and stay committed, your vision will begin to form—brick by brick.“Most good real estate deals are understanding one or two simple equations.”- Jeff ThibodeauIn this Episode:- One simple scenario that will make real estate seem less intimidating- The concrete steps to enter the real estate game and transform your money into equity- How to find and work with your ideal advisor- The creative ways to overcome money troubles and make your first investment, and then another one- How to build a support group critical to your successConnect with Jeff ThibodeauWebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTubeConnect with Sharran:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter