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Forget the politics; just follow the money. In 2025, major policy shifts will result in trillions of dollars flowing into AI, energy, defense, and other areas.

In this episode, Sharran breaks down the biggest economic shifts set to unfold during Trump’s presidency and how savvy investors can capitalize on them. He reveals seven investment themes that could shape your financial future.

From AI infrastructure and energy deregulation to defense spending and manufacturing, Sharran highlights key sectors poised for massive growth. Sharran shares insights on how these policies create ripple effects across industries and how you can position yourself for financial success. 

Whether you’re investing, running a business, or simply want to stay ahead of economic trends, this episode is your roadmap to opportunity. If you want to stay ahead while others discuss politics, tune in to discover where the money is moving and how to capitalize on it!

“Trump's 2025 presidency is more than just a political shift. It is a roadmap for where the money is moving. That's what we wanna find–from AI to oil, military to manufacturing. Every policy creates these ripple effects, and those ripples are where the smartest investors like you can thrive.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:27 - How policy shifts create hidden opportunities

02:43 - AI’s $500B investment boom

03:44 - Energy deregulation and oil’s comeback

05:09 - Defense spending and tech-driven warfare

06:10 - Tariffs, reshoring, and the supply chain reboot

07:27 - Private prisons and the business of deportation

08:49 - Tax cuts, stock buybacks, and quick profits

10:21 - Wall Street deregulation and financial sector shifts

Resources:

- 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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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Why do top companies like Sonos, Snapchat, and Apple keep making the same costly mistakes? It’s not a lack of talent or resources—it’s something much deeper.

In this episode, Sharran unpacks how some of the biggest brands have fallen victim to avoidable mistakes—and what you can do to ensure your business doesn’t follow the same path. From Sonos' disastrous app update to Snapchat's unpopular redesign and Apple Maps' failed launch, Sharran reveals a recurring pattern that costs companies billions in lost trust, revenue, and reputation. Learn the five critical lessons from these failures and how to apply them to your business for smarter decision-making and long-term success.

If you want to avoid billion-dollar mistakes in your business, tune in to learn from the failures of the biggest brands and apply these lessons to your business.

“If your product isn’t ready, please don’t ship it—your reputation depends on it.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:15 - Why even smart companies keep making the same mistakes

02:36 - Sonos’ app failure: The update that broke customer trust

03:20 - Snapchat’s disastrous redesign and mass user backlash

04:01 - Apple Maps: The launch that forced a public apology

04:50 - Netflix’s Qwikster debacle and the cost of poor communication

05:51 - Five major lessons to avoid these business pitfalls

07:22 - Here's a big takeaway from the episode

Resources:

- 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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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What if your entire audience disappeared overnight? In this episode, Sharran shares why relying on social media is a risky game and why community is the ultimate asset. He reveals how legendary brands like Harley-Davidson, Nike, and Marvel have built powerful communities and how you can do the same.

Learn how to create true fans, make people feel valued, and structure smaller, engaged groups that grow organically. Whether you're just starting or want to strengthen your network, this episode will give you a proven blueprint for building a community that lasts.

Stop chasing views and start building a loyal community! Tune in to learn six proven strategies for building a thriving, engaged, and profitable community that will stay with you no matter what happens.

“At the end of the day, it is not about going viral. The world has changed. Yes, going viral is great, but the world has changed. It's about building a table where you and your people can sit together–people who support you, cheer for you, and grow with you.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:27 - The danger of relying on social media for your audience

03:06 - How Harley-Davidson created an iconic community

04:16 - The power of 1,000 true fans 

04:30 - How Nike turned customers into a movement

07:06 - Why making people feel special is the ultimate strategy

08:34 - Building smaller, more engaged groups for a lasting connection

10:07 - How to let your community help grow itself

Resources:

- 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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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Are you stuck wasting time on tasks that don't yield results? Sharran reveals how to adopt the 20% obsession, a proven framework for focusing on what truly matters and achieving exponential results.

In this episode, Sharran explores the power of the 80/20 rule and how focusing on the critical 20% can transform productivity and outcomes. He shares actionable insights on adopting the 20% mindset, leveraging experts to shortcut your learning, and using AI to extract actionable insights. Learn how to document your knowledge and build frameworks that serve you for life. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a lifelong learner, this episode will help you focus, simplify, and amplify your success.

To achieve exponential growth, tune in now and start your 20% obsession!

“Experts save you time–they’ve already made the mistakes you’re trying to avoid.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:18 - Why the 20% obsession drives results

02:07 - Mastering the 20% mindset

03:21 - Leveraging experts to shortcut your learning

04:01 - Connecting with experts using a powerful DM script

05:28 - Leveraging AI for actionable insights

08:20 - Creating frameworks for lifelong learning

08:47 - The learning dogma: Learn, teach, and document for retention

11:08 - Here's a challenge for you

Resources:

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - https://www.assistantly.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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Are you losing opportunities because you're not speaking your audience’s language? Discover how to master modern communication by using the channels people actually prefer and build stronger, more profitable relationships.

In this episode, Sharran shares how the rules of communication have completely changed and how adapting to these shifts can unlock massive opportunities in business and life. Sharran explains why understanding and using someone’s preferred communication method is the key to building trust and influence. From email and text to calls and social media, learn how to lower friction in communication and connect in ways that truly matter. Packed with personal stories and actionable strategies, this episode will help you communicate with impact and stand out in today’s noisy world.

Are you ready to transform the way you connect with people? Tune in to learn how to master the new rules of communication in today’s world!

“Everyone has a favorite channel, and it is our job to figure out what that channel is because then you have a better chance of a better rapport with that person.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:36 - Why traditional communication methods fail today

02:26 - Adapting to people’s preferred communication channels

05:43 - How friction kills relationships and sales

08:20 - The power of asking, “What’s the best channel for you?”

13:20 - How multichannel spam ruins trust

14:54 - Solving most problems with simple messages

16:15 - How to succeed in modern-day communication

17:12 - Recap: New rules of communication

Resources:

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - https://www.assistantly.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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What if you could build a financial safety net that sets you up for lifelong success? In this episode, Sharran introduces his "Financial Home Base" framework, a step-by-step guide to mastering your personal and business finances. Discover how to eliminate financial stress, increase cash flow, and build a system that secures your future.

From tracking your monthly “nut” to accessing capital without idle cash, Sharran shares actionable strategies anyone can implement. Whether you’re just starting or navigating new financial challenges, this episode equips you with the tools to take control and thrive.

Are you ready to secure your financial future? Tune in to learn Sharran’s proven framework and take the first step toward financial freedom!

“Think of the money–every dollar–as an asset. Every dollar needs a job, and if the job for it is to sit in your account and make you feel better about yourself, that's okay; that's a job, but it should not be the entire savings.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

02:33 - Why financial literacy is a critical life skill

02:59 - The importance of knowing your numbers

05:41 - Tools to track and manage monthly expenses

08:07 - Ensuring income is greater than expenses

09:45 - Financial lessons from Warren Buffett and Elon Musk

12:12 - Managing ego while navigating financial challenges

15:30 - Building skills before starting a business

18:41 - Access to cash vs. idle savings

23:49 - Treating money as an asset and putting it to work

27:13 - Recap: Financial Home Base Framework

Resources:

- Budget Tracker & Planner - https://mint.intuit.com/

- Microsoft 365 Copilot for Finance - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot/copilot-for-finance

- Haven Financial Services - https://myfinancialhaven.com/

- Turn Your Active Income into Passive Income - https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/pios

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - hireyourunicorn.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- X - https://x.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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What if you could compress decades of learning into days and unlock success faster than ever? Sharran reveals how to extract and apply mental models from the world’s top performers to transform your business and life.

In this enlightening episode, Sharran unpacks the transformative power of mental models and how they serve as cheat codes for success. Learn the right questions to ask, the secrets to uncovering operating frameworks, and how to adopt these models to accelerate your growth. With real-world examples and actionable advice, this episode equips you to think, decide, and act like the best in the business. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, coach, or ambitious learner, this is your roadmap to unlocking your full potential.

Are you ready to unlock the success cheat codes? Tune in now and start building your mental model library today!

“The mental model, in a lot of ways, is a shortcut to the skill that you need.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:20 - Why we fail to learn from successful people

03:04 - Asking the right questions: Why and how vs. what

07:22 - The importance of mental models in decision-making

09:17 - How to extract diagnostic tools and thinking patterns

12:53 - Building your library of success frameworks

13:33 - The “when-then” strategy for applying mental models

Resources:

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - hireyourunicorn.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- Twitter - https://twitter.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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Is selling evil, or is it the ultimate tool for empowerment? Sharran reveals how redefining sales can transform your business, build trust, and inspire action without sleaze or pressure.

In this episode, Sharran dives into the controversial question: Is selling evil? He dismantles negative stereotypes about sales and shares a powerful definition that aligns with ethics and empowerment. 

Learn how to engage customers intellectually, inspire emotional commitment, and avoid common pitfalls like "commission breath." With examples and actionable insights, this episode will change how you think about sales and help you create meaningful, trust-based connections with your audience.

Stop selling the wrong way. Tune in to discover how to sell with integrity and achieve better results.

“How you sell is just a function of how you serve, and the only way to get that right is to have the right definition of selling.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:08 - Redefining sales: A definition that changes everything

02:57 - Intellectually engaging customers in future results

04:46 - Overcoming mental blocks in the sales process

07:39 - Why trust is the cornerstone of ethical selling

10:09 - Emotional commitment: The key to inspiring action

10:35 - How ethical selling leads to lasting customer loyalty

15:51 - The real reason 60% of sales are lost

17:20 - Why ethical sales is a tool for transformation

17:54 - Why salespeople are the saviors of the universe

19:33 - Why some salespeople manipulate customers

Resources:

- Is Selling Evil? (animated video) by Joe Polish - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2ZXAhV8lzg

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - hireyourunicorn.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- Twitter - https://twitter.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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What if you could learn from the world’s greatest minds without even meeting them? In this episode, Sharran introduces the ‘Echo of Greatness’—a game-changing strategy to amplify your learning and skills by tapping into the minds of top performers. Learn how to deconstruct frameworks, role-play with AI, and extract expertise from interviews and content. 

Whether you’re building a personal brand, sharpening your sales skills, or mastering your craft, this episode offers a step-by-step approach to becoming an unstoppable expert in your field. Are you ready to amplify your influence and skills? Tune in to embrace the Echo of Greatness and elevate your life and business!

“The best answers actually come when you ask the best questions, and the crazy part is you're not going to be able to manufacture the best questions for yourself.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:40 - What is the Echo of Greatness?

02:08 - How Sharran discovered the power of copying great work

04:01 - Using AI to deconstruct expert frameworks

07:11 - Role-playing with AI to master scripts and skills

11:41 - Live Q&A practice for sharper insights and responses

15:15 - How to implement the Echo of Greatness into your daily routine

Resources:

- Grow Faster with Unicorn Assistants - hireyourunicorn.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 Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- Twitter - https://twitter.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1

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Imagine your customers eagerly waiting for you to sell to them every week. Sounds too good to be true? In this episode, Sharran unveils the Weekly Offer System, a strategy designed to boost sales, build customer trust, and create consistent engagement. 

Whether you're a business owner, consultant, or entrepreneur, this method will show you how to turn promotions into conversations and conversions. Discover how brands like Crumbl Cookies and local businesses use this system to skyrocket their sales while maintaining customer loyalty. Learn how to create urgency, deliver value, and stay top-of-mind for your audience.

Don’t let inconsistent sales hold you back! Tune in and start building your Weekly Offer System today.

“The framing of the offer is way more important than the content of the offer.”

- Sharran Srivatsaa

Timestamps:

01:14 - Introducing the Weekly Offer System

01:27 - The biggest marketing challenge businesses face

02:50 - Lessons from Crumbl Cookies’ marketing success

03:54 - Why the weekly offer close more sales

06:25 - How to build a deal of the week

09:49 - What happens if you run out of ideas?

11:30 - Step-by-step guide to implementing the Weekly Offer System

Resources:

- 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/

- The Job of a CEO - https://www.highlandprime.com/download-job-of-ceo

- ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/

- Sharran's Partnership Program - https://www.highlandprime.com/

- Grab Sharran’s 4-Week MBA for Free - https://sharran.com/4weekmba/

Connect with Sharran:

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/

- Twitter - https://twitter.com/sharran

- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpl_gT1bVB1iNZl9yQbWuA?sub_confirmation=1