3 Lies About Money

3 Lies About Money

Author: Sharran Srivatsaa June 30, 2026 Duration: 15:18
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! You’re not bad with money. You’ve just been taught three lies that almost guarantee you’ll stay stuck in the same financial cycle. In this episode, Sharran breaks down three deeply ingrained lies about money that most people learn early and never question. These beliefs shape how people earn, spend, and invest, often keeping them trapped in cycles of high income but low wealth. Sharran explains why income and wealth are not the same thing, showing how real wealth comes from converting income into assets rather than lifestyle upgrades. He also explores the importance of maintaining a financial gap between earning and spending, highlighting how lifestyle inflation silently destroys long-term wealth building.  Through personal stories, behavioral insights, and real-world examples, this episode reframes money as a system of discipline, patience, and awareness–not just earning power. It’s a wake-up call for anyone who wants to build real, lasting wealth. “When you realize that no one else cares, it's a lot easier to build some insane wealth.” - Sharran Srivatsaa Timestamps: 02:08 - Income and wealth are not the same thing 05:52 - Lottery winners and why wealth disappears without investing skills 06:42 - Understanding the wealth gap 08:54 - Profit first vs. invest first mindset 09:28 - Spending does not automatically signal success  10:57 - Why wealthy people often live simply 12:22 - Recap: 3 Lies about money Resources: - The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/ - Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/ - ACQ Real Estate - https://acqre.acquisition.com/ - Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/ - Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/ 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 - Threads - https://www.threads.com/@sharransrivatsaa

There's a lot of advice out there about building a business, but much of it feels theoretical or disconnected from the messy reality of day-to-day operations. Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa exists in that gap between theory and execution. Hosted by Sharran Srivatsaa, an entrepreneur and investor who has personally built and exited five companies across different sectors, this podcast is built on a foundation of direct, tactical experience. As the President and Managing Partner at Acquisition.com, Sharran now works closely with other business owners, giving him a unique, ground-level view of the common challenges and opportunities facing founders and operators today. Each episode focuses on stripping away the fluff and noise to discuss the specific strategies, mental frameworks, and practical steps that drive real growth. You'll hear conversations that tackle everything from marketing and management to investing and operational efficiency, all aimed at providing clarity and intentionality for the journey. This isn't about generic inspiration; it's for the underdogs and builders who are focused on measurable results. The insights shared in this podcast come from the front lines, offering a perspective that is both broad from his multi-industry exits and deeply personal from his current work guiding other companies. If you're looking for actionable guidance from someone who has repeatedly navigated the path from startup to successful exit, you'll find a valuable resource here.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Business School with Sharran Srivatsaa
Podcast Episodes
Part 1: Lower Your Taxes Legally [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:46
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Most people wait until the end of the year to ask how they can pay less in taxes, but by then, it’s already too late. The wealthy understand that taxes are a strategy game built…
How To Get Leverage Without Hiring More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:08
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Most entrepreneurs think the next level of growth requires another hire. But what if the real problem isn’t your team size? In this episode, Sharran explains how entrepreneurs ca…
Formula for Trust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:34
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Trust isn’t built by charisma, success, or likability. It’s built through a simple formula that most people completely misunderstand. In this episode, Sharran Srivatsaa breaks do…
Your Business Has A Problem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:55
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Your business may feel like it’s running fine, but if you’re the bottleneck, no AI, new hire, or process can fix it. Discover how to uncover the real problem. In this episode, Sh…
The Psychology of Getting Rich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:19
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Wealth isn’t about chasing the next hot stock or investment. It’s about mastering time, habits, and your own biology. In this episode, Sharran breaks down the Wealth Time Engine,…
The Billionaire Nobody Knows About [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:16
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! What if I told you there’s a billionaire whose path to wealth wasn’t flashy, fast, or complicated? In this episode, Sharran shares the story of Don Bren, chairman and owner of th…
Turn Marketing into Revenue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:25
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Most businesses think customer acquisition costs money, but what if you could get paid before a customer even buys? In this episode, Sharran explains how businesses can turn mark…
Millionaire Kids Flywheel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:23
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Raising wealthy kids isn’t about giving them a big allowance. It’s about teaching them to create, own, and grow. In this episode, Sharran introduces the Millionaire Kids Flywheel…
The Entrepreneur Playbook [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:32
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Building a business isn’t just about strategies. It’s about organizing your thoughts and knowing exactly where to focus to scale. Are you ready to take your business to the next…
How To Raise Decent Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:08
Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes! Most parents want to give their kids an easier life. The problem? Easy lives rarely create resilient adults. In this deeply personal episode, Sharran shares the parenting philoso…