How To Pick An Investment

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Investing is more than just picking stocks or real estate—it’s about making smart decisions with your time and money. In this episode, Sharran Srivatsaa reveals his powerful Investment X-Ray framework for evaluating any opportunity like a pro.This method, which Sharran learned from a billionaire client during his tenure at Goldman Sachs, categorizes investments into four key buckets: capital preservation, tax efficiency, cash flow, and growth. He explains how to evaluate these components to assess the true value and risk of an investment, ensuring you make informed choices that align with your financial goals. Whether you're looking at real estate, stocks, or any other investment, this episode will help you make better decisions and manage your capital more effectively.&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you ready to eliminate the guesswork from investing? Tune in to learn how to use the Investment X-Ray to evaluate your next opportunity!“You can generate passive income by either funding it with capital or funding it with resources.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:03:31 - The Investment X-Ray framework for evaluating opportunities04:54 - How to assess the security of your investment05:56 - Understanding the tax implications of your investments08:53 - The importance of consistent returns in investment decisions10:01 - The myth of passive income and the reality of "pre-funded" income14:39 - Why growth is essential, but it comes with risk16:35 - The Investment X-Ray applied to cash, Bitcoin, and real estate22:20 - Recap: How to Pick an InvestmentResources:- Business School Podcast Episode 1: How to Find a Mentor - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-find-a-mentor/id1511923051?i=1000479258940- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- <a href="https://arcmf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Instagram is constantly evolving, but are you keeping up with the changes? In this episode, Sharran dives into the 10 secrets to Instagram growth, compiled from the latest insider tips directly from Instagram’s CEO, Adam Mosseri.&nbsp;From leveraging viral spikes to decoding the winners in your niche, Sharran lays out actionable steps for influencers to boost their reach. Learn how to "stack the spike" to amplify momentum, use batch filming for consistency, and optimize your captions for maximum engagement. Top creators prove these methods work, and they’re all designed to help you grow smarter, not harder.&nbsp;Whether you’re building your personal brand or scaling your business, this episode is your roadmap to Instagram success in 2025. If you want to supercharge your Instagram growth in 2025, tune in to learn the 10 secrets that top creators are using to skyrocket their success!“Every time you make a post, you have to ask yourself, 'Why would someone want to share this?' And if you can't answer that, you've got to study what you share.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:21 - Adapting to Instagram’s changing landscape02:54 - Secret #1: Amplify viral momentum by stacking the spike03:50 - Secret #2: Model what’s working in your niche05:38 - Secret #3: Batch your content for scalability06:48 - Secret #4: Maximize carousel engagement with second swipe hooks08:19 - Secret #5: Hook viewers in the first three seconds10:43 - Secret #6: Use trending soundtracks for better retention13:31 - Secret #7: Write captions that drive visibility15:31 - Secret #8: Craft compelling short-form content with trailer strategy18:23 - Secret #9: Engage with every comment to strengthen connections20:45 - Secret #10: Hijack headlines to position yourself as a niche authority23:45 - Bonus tip: Optimize for shares to unlock massive growthResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - <a href="https://arcmf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Imagine waking up tomorrow to find that your entire social media following has vanished! What’s your backup plan?&nbsp;In this episode, Sharran reveals why your email list is the only asset that truly belongs to you and how to nurture it for lasting success. He reveals the ten critical mistakes influencers make in email marketing and how to fix them to build their Influencer Email Machine. These are actionable lessons Sharran has learned from writing millions of emails.&nbsp;Whether you’re just starting or have an established email list, this episode is packed with practical advice used by top influencers like Alex Hormozi. Tune in and discover how to optimize your email marketing for maximum effectiveness.“You don't write better emails until you have more people reading, but you don't get more people to read until your emails are better–that's the paradox.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:47 - Why losing your email list is a dreadful thing02:34 - The only platform that slows the scroll04:48 - How to build trust through email cadence06:45 - The dangers of testing the gods of deliverability09:24 - Writing for readability: Big paragraphs = big drop-offs11:54 - You don't need to write an essay–just get your point across13:14 - One line, one link: The secret to better click-through rates14:25 - Understanding the inbox battlefield and how to stand out16:30 - Why most people don't like emails18:39 - Treating email like music: Using formatting for easier reading20:18 - The paradox: The bigger your email list, the better you'll write22:10 - Recap: Influencer Email MachineResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Sharran's Partnership Program - <a href="https://www.highlandprime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!What if you could drastically improve your leadership with just a few changes? Sharran reveals five fixable mistakes leaders commonly make and shows you exactly how to correct them for better results and stronger teams!Drawing from his experiences and lessons learned, Sharran covers mistakes like taking all the credit, failing to build a public presence, and not painting a big enough vision for your team. He shares why these issues are often overlooked, how they hinder growth, and actionable steps to correct them. Whether you're leading a team, a company, or yourself, this episode will help you elevate your leadership skills and drive real change in your organization.Ready to fix your leadership mistakes and unlock your full potential? Tune in now to learn how to become the leader you were meant to be!“If you lead by force, all you get is compliance and never commitment.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:10 - Why leadership mistakes aren’t personality flaws02:00 - How to stop taking all the credit04:20 - The importance of building your voice as a leader05:35 - The power of having a public platform for leadership07:55 - Stretching your vision to inspire your team09:41 - Softening your power to foster collaboration12:18 - Sharpening your edge: Be known for a standout skill15:09 - Recap: 5 Fixable Mistakes Leaders MakeResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Sharran's Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - <a href="https://sharran.com/4weekmba/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!What can you learn in just 24 hours? More than you think. In this episode, Sharran takes you behind the scenes on a weekend trip to Las Vegas with his son 13-year-old son, Neal, showing how real business and life lessons can come from unexpected places.&nbsp;From booking flights and hotels to experiencing private jet travel firsthand, Sharran shares insights on leadership, personal growth, and the value of being close to either data or operations.&nbsp;Learn how spending time with loved ones and making simple decisions can teach powerful business lessons. Plus, Sharran shares his insights from conversations with business partners and how to integrate honest feedback into your leadership style.Ready to gain powerful lessons in just 24 hours? Tune in to discover how everyday experiences can lead to extraordinary business insights.“We don't have to take our children on a private plane to Las Vegas and a great concert to make them happy; they just want to eat dumplings with you. That's all they want a lot of times.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:16 - Teaching responsibility through booking flights and hotels03:41 - The truth behind private travel and the social media illusion06:20 - Pros and cons of buying a private plane, especially for entrepreneurs09:31- Two things you can buy with money11:14 - Insights from real conversations&nbsp;14:45 - Family time, honesty, and their impact on growth17:11 - Leadership lessons from Alex and Leila Hormozi&nbsp;23:13 - Creating authentic content through the "Content Mosaic"26:40 - Recap: Father-Son MBAResources:- Wealth Without Wall Street Podcast - https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/podcast- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - <a href="https://arcmf.com/"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Social media is rigged, and the smartest people use it to their advantage. Today, you'll learn how to beat the system with polarizing predictions and hot takes that get results.In this episode, Sharran explains why the social media game is rigged and how you can use it to your advantage. With influencers making bold predictions and controversial statements, he breaks down why confidence–rather than accuracy–wins on social media. Learn how to craft hot takes, navigate polarizing topics, and get more traction with your content.&nbsp;Sharran shares how to balance being first with staying open to change, why you should embrace social media’s power to spark conversation, and why being a media company is the key to monetizing attention. This episode will help you use the rigged game of social media to grow your influence, build your brand, and even turn mistakes into opportunities.Ready to play the social media game the right way? Tune in to discover how to craft your hot takes and win big on social media!“Being a media company is selling attention. And when you take that attention and you do it in a goodwill-oriented way and you could point that attention in the right places and help people, that's when you win.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:21 - The truth about the rigged social media game01:36 - The selective memory of bold predictions and how it works05:26 - The danger of the digital dogma07:41 - Smart people change their minds10:37 - How to view social media as a tool, not your identity18:35 - The "hot take formula" for generating engagement22:43 - Recap: How to Beat the Rigged Social Media GameResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Sharran's Partnership Program - <a href="https://www.highlandprime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Generating quality leads can be expensive and time-consuming. But what if you could generate high-quality leads on autopilot without spending a dime? Sharran reveals four game-changing systems that can automate your lead generation and fill your pipeline while you sleep.In this episode, Sharran introduces the $0 Lead Engine, a revolutionary system that uses four strategic methods to generate leads without expensive ads or complicated funnels. He walks through practical, actionable steps anyone can implement, even with a virtual assistant or AI.&nbsp;From leveraging LinkedIn’s Industry Hook to Twitter cold outreach, the episode shows you how to take advantage of existing platforms and tools like AI to automate and scale your lead generation. Learn how to get real-time conversations, engage your target audience, and effortlessly build a steady stream of leads.Are you ready to automate your lead generation and scale your business on autopilot? Tune in to learn how the $0 Lead Engine can help you get leads while you sleep.&nbsp;“If you did one list swap per month for the next year, it will dramatically grow your audience base–you'll be shocked as to what it does.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:25 - Why consistent lead generation is crucial for business growth02:40 - The LinkedIn industry hook: Using DMs and video outreach06:58 - The Twitter cold outreach engine for real-time leads11:14 - Facebook Marketplace freebie hook: A lead magnet strategy14:00 - The list swap method: Leveraging other businesses’ audiences16:54 - Recap: $0 Lead EngineResources:- ChatGPT - https://chatgpt.com/- Loom - https://www.loom.com/- Vidyard - https://www.vidyard.com/- TweetDeck (now X Pro) - https://pro.x.com/- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - <a href="https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Making more money won’t make you free–learning how to leverage it will. In this episode, Sharran shares the Wealth Leverage Formula–the mindset, strategies, and tools you need to break free from the time-for-money trap and build real financial freedom. Tune in to hear him reveal the wealth-building secrets that transformed his financial future.&nbsp;Most people believe financial freedom is about earning more but true wealth comes from ownership, leverage, and compounding. Sharran breaks down the Wealth Leverage Formula, showing you how to shift from being a high-earning worker to an investor, owner, and wealth builder. He covers why passive income isn’t what you think, how to leverage AI and media for scale, and why the world’s wealthiest people play the long game.Do you want to stop trading time for money? Of course you do! Discover the Wealth Leverage Formula and start building true financial freedom today.“The goal is not to make more money. The goal is not to have a big company. The goal is to have money so that you can have your money work for you. That is the ultimate goal.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:38 - Why more income won’t make you financially free03:44 - The myth of passive income (and what it really is)06:33 - The power of ownership and why salaries won’t make you rich10:51 - Using AI, media, and capital to scale income18:37 - How lazy cash is keeping you broke (and what to do instead)22:06 - Compounding: The real secret to long-term wealth23:08 - How Warren Buffett built enormous wealth24:18 - The importance of playing the long game for financial success28:09 - Why other people make more money than you32:51 - Recap: Wealth Leverage FormulaResources:- Wealth Without Wall Street PIOS - https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/pios- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- The Job of a CEO - <a href="https://www.highlandprime.com/download-job-of-ceo" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Everyone chases reviews, but few know how to use them strategically. Sharran reveals the tactical secrets of social proof–how to turn reviews into leads, sales, and authority without spending a dime.In this episode, Sharran breaks down the art and science of social proof. While most businesses collect reviews and hope for the best, the smartest ones leverage them to attract clients, build trust, and close deals.&nbsp;Sharran explains why people trust peer reviews more than ads, how to position your best reviews for maximum impact, and why your competitors' bad reviews are your biggest advantage. This episode offers tactical strategies for turning testimonials into a powerful marketing engine that drives results.Stop letting your reviews collect dust! Tune in to learn how to use social proof to scale your business and close more deals.“A bad review with a great response, as you and I would agree, is better than no review at all.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:41 - Why people trust reviews more than ads03:01 - The power of real customer language in marketing04:20 - How to position reviews for maximum impact07:43 - Turning your competitor’s bad reviews into your advantage10:13 - How AI can craft high-converting messaging from reviews13:30 - Turning reviews into a sales opportunity15:41 - The best way to respond to negative reviews&nbsp;16:49 - Why 4.5 reviews are better than perfect reviews18:44 - Recap: Social Proof SecretsResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- The Job of a CEO - https://www.highlandprime.com/download-job-of-ceo- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- <a href="https://www.highlandprime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Most people don’t fail because they’re lazy. They fail because they don’t know what to do next.&nbsp;In this episode, Sharran tackles the biggest problem holding people back: useless advice. Phrases like “just do it” or “stay disciplined” sound great, but they don’t tell you what to do next. That’s where the Action Filter comes in. It's a tactical system that helps you break down advice into steps you can execute immediately. It helps turn vague advice into clear, executable steps that drive results.Sharran walks through real-world examples from Michael Jordan, Marvel, and Steve Jobs to show how elite performers turn plans into results. If you’re tired of motivation without action, this episode will give you the clarity you need to move forward.Stop listening to generic advice. Tune in to learn the Action Filter and execute your biggest goals today!“Execution is what separates winners from wannabes.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:20 - Why most advice is useless without execution02:20 - The ‘Just Do It’ myth and why motivation isn’t enough04:13 - The power of making your goals public (Marvel’s $29B strategy)07:10 - Why finding the right partner accelerates success (Jobs &amp; Wozniak)09:40 - The escape room mindset: Just focus on the next clue11:39 - The 80/20 rule: Why small shifts create massive results14:52 - How Pixar’s 10-slide rule forces clarity in any project17:23 - Recap: The Action FilterResources:- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom- The Job of a CEO - https://www.highlandprime.com/download-job-of-ceo- Join Sharran's VIP Community - https://sharran.com/vip/- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Sharran's...