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Janitor to CEO: Overcoming Accent Bias
1 Jul
Summary
- Sharran Srivatsaa overcame a thick Indian accent to achieve success.
- He started his career in the US as a janitor.
- He learned English using Tony Robbins tapes from the library.
Sharran Srivatsaa, CEO of Acquisition.com, transformed his life despite initial employment barriers. Arriving in the US over two decades ago, Srivatsaa's strong Indian accent led employers to believe he was unemployable.
Undeterred, Srivatsaa worked as a janitor and self-taught English. He utilized Tony Robbins tapes borrowed from the public library, listening to them nightly as he cleaned. This dedication propelled him from his humble beginnings.
His journey culminated in co-founding Acquisition.com with Alex Hormozi. Previously, Srivatsaa successfully scaled and sold two software companies, one of which was a $3.4 billion deal. His story emphasizes the power of perseverance.
