Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa

"The only easy day was yesterday." That's the motto of the Navy SEAL, an elite military unit in the US Navy known for its tough training program, which includes Hell Week. You can just imagine what kind of person survives and thrives in such an environment. Today’s guest is one such guy, Senior Chief William Branum. A retired US Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur. William served as a SEAL for 26 years...

Congratulations! You're now the CEO. How does it feel to be at the top? Being a CEO requires you to do many things. With such a huge responsibility, you may not realize the mistakes you're making. Some mistakes are worse than others. They can damage the company, waste resources, or create new problems. Having worked with many entrepreneurs, business owners, and CEOs of top companies, Sharran has d...

The concept of investing directly in a company is not as commonly done compared to simply buying stocks. Finding private investment opportunities to make money is a great way to unlock additional income. There is more risk involved, but the opportunities allow you to gain above-market returns and influence the business direction. Investing in a company can be a fantastic way to build wealth. But b...

Would you rather buy an existing business than start one from scratch?. The advantages include established customers and ongoing cash flow. The downside is that most business owners want upfront payment before they hand over the keys. However, you might be able to find an owner that will work with you to buy the business with zero money down and payments spread out over time. Of course, you need t...

Objection handling is perhaps the most critical skill every person should master, even those not engaged in sales. Objections are a natural part of a conversation. Every time we communicate with others, there’s a subtle need to get them to agree with our ideas. In the game of sales, the ability to handle the word “NO” and all its variations will determine your level of success. To help you address...

How do you cope with constantly feeling overwhelmed? In our fast-paced, always-busy society, it’s clear that feeling overwhelmed is a common struggle. But you don't have to wear it like a badge of honor or use it as an excuse. Instead, you have to do something about it before it leads to burnout and more serious problems. Here’s Sharran to the rescue with his 3-step roadmap to help you deconstruct...

https://vimeo.com/580502077/3080ac500b A lot has been said about the benefits of waking up early. Think of great resources like The 5AM Club by Robin Sharma or The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. So what's unique about Sharran's 5AM Club? Almost 7,000+ people from diverse backgrounds tune into a conference call at 5AM Pacific Time, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to kick-off their legendary days. Tha...

Are you comfortable navigating through a high-ticket contract? It can be tricky whether you're the buyer or seller. Going through the different ways people enter a deal, you have to make sure the sale will be profitable. So how do you approach deal negotiations? In this short episode, Sharran discusses how you can leverage price and terms to your advantage before signing that contract. “There's no...

Raising money is essential for the success of your startup or small business. But many first-time entrepreneurs are not confident about finding investors in the early stages of their business development. A quick thought might be to approach friends and family for financial support. But combining your business life with your personal life can be tricky since you wouldn't want to hurt your relation...

Most consumers now have access to a massive amount of knowledge about a brand's products and services. And consumer buying behavior is constantly evolving. So instead of just relying on your sales or marketing team to prepare elaborate marketing strategies, there are simple things you can do to boost your sales. But first, you have to understand the purpose of marketing and remember that there's n...

Warren Buffett said, “If you do not find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.” So how do you make money while you sleep? If you have access to cash, the easiest way to grow your money is by investing. But you must do it carefully. Otherwise, you could end up losing money and jeopardize your financial future. So to help you evaluate investment opportunities properly, Sh...

How do you make money on social media without selling anything? Is it possible to drive a ton of traffic and sales by a simple Instagram or TikTok post? Social media is about social interaction and building relationships. It's never about pitching your latest offer. But the process of building a massive social media following requires a delicate balance among the factors that drive audience behavi...

Did you know that 80% of consumers can recall a video they have watched in the last month? As digital marketing evolves, we continue to see trends favoring video content. According to the Cisco Annual Internet Report, online videos will account for 82% of all internet traffic by 2022. So, businesses are now actively using the power of video to boost their brands. And you can, too -- even if you do...

Do you really know the difference between productivity and efficiency? They sound pretty similar, right? After all, productive people are efficient, and efficiency makes people more productive. As a business owner, you should pay attention to building a culture that instills efficiency and productivity into employees’ mindsets. But how do you do that? Tune in to this conversation between Sharran a...

Are you comfortable talking to people? When someone asks you a question, how do you respond? Most people have a strong inner voice that defends their perspective and blocks out words from the other person. Yet, we hear people like Gary Vaynerchuk, Tony Robbins, Tom Bilyeu, or Grant Cardone just speak their minds while the rest of the world listens. If you want to learn how to be a charismatic pers...

It's a common notion that the more social media followers you have, the more successful your business will be. Having a large and engaged social media following leads to the opportunity to build more relationships, increased trust, and authority, which ultimately leads to more sales. But how do you grow your social media following? One thing for sure, to be successful on social media today, you ha...

When we think about social media marketing, we naturally lean towards Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. But have you ever thought of using LinkedIn as part of your marketing strategy? Because it's a B2B platform for professional connections, posting content, especially videos on LinkedIn, can boost your brand. In today's episode, Sharran brings over LinkedIn influencer Shay Rowbottom to talk about t...

You've probably heard it said, “A brand is more than a logo or set of colors or a website.” A brand is how you make your customers feel; It’s what your business stands for. It’s built by taking a consistent approach across every interaction customers have with your brand. Brand consistency across all marketing touchpoints can be challenging and may take a lot of effort. In today's episode, Sharran...

Listen to the podcast or watch the video presentation: The Systems that Power Our Business How do you run an incredibly efficient business while keeping your employees happy? Is there an effective way of staying connected to the operational strategies of your business without getting overwhelmed? In this episode, Sharran talks about the systems and processes that serve as the essential building bl...

Billions of people worldwide are spending more and more time on social media. How are you taking advantage of everything it offers your business? Last week, Dean and Sharran shared their Instagram growth strategies. Today, they talk about sing Facebook to grow your business. No matter what others say, this platform is still an incredible place for building your online brand, getting more business,...

Instagram is one of the three most popular social media platforms today. What started as a photo and video sharing app has become a powerful marketing tool for social media marketers. With every iteration and tweak to the algorithm and the introduction of new features, businesses had to adapt by implementing new strategies to maintain steady growth. But what defines Instagram growth? For many, it’...

What steps have you taken to build an honest and profitable brand? When creating a business, most entrepreneurs spend a lot of time thinking about their product and making money. There’s nothing wrong with it, except that it should not be the first thing on your mind. Think about your brand. How do your customers feel about it? Get insights from Sharran and Dean Aguilar as they talk about building...

As an entrepreneur, you decide what to do with your 24 hours every day. But the lack of structure and accountability can make your days chaotic. If you've ever felt like you're just rushing through your days, juggling work and family commitments, and reacting to whatever life throws at you, it's time to evaluate your priorities. Crafting your ideal week and scheduling tasks on your calendar will a...

Have you ever wondered why some teams seem to get more things done with less effort while others struggle to meet deadlines? You must have heard the phrase "work smarter, not harder" a lot of times, but how do you actually do that? How do you get your team to be more productive without constantly micromanaging? It's time to stop driving your team to burnout with tons of work. In today's episode, S...

Do you know how to use online platforms to grow your business? Wouldn't it be easier to connect with your audience if you have a solid social media presence? Listen up and learn how to grow your brand and your voice. In today's episode, Sharran chats with powerhouse entrepreneur Dean Aguilar to discuss what it takes to scale a business using social media and the right people on your side. Dean is...