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This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: From Side Hustle to Successful Business: Overcoming Fear, Winning Clients, Mastering Sales, and Navigating Investment Opportunities and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome & Introduction 2:10 Turning a Side Hustle into a Full-Time Business 5:54 Overcoming Fear & Testing Your Business Idea 10:23 Getting Started: First Steps, Expenses & Finding Clients 19:34 Handling Setbacks, Client Meetings & Sales Conversations 24:55 Following Up, Building Trust & Keeping Clients Engaged 27:33 Staying Motivated & Building Strong Client Relationships 36:37 Networking, Relationships & Business Growth 49:17 Client Communication, Administration & Business Challenges 58:56 Balancing Family, Business Structure & Personal Priorities 1:05:27 Overcoming Fear, Client Hesitation & Sales Strategies 1:18:00 Networking, Chambers of Commerce & Alternative Investments 1:28:11 Managing Failure, Mental Health & Cold Calling 1:46:15 Market Insights: Boeing, Portfolio Allocation & Risk Management 1:54:54 AI Cybersecurity, Bitcoin, Intel & the Semiconductor Market 1:58:58 Managing Market Volatility & CFA vs. University Education Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Navigating Yields, Economic Shifts, and Long-Term Opportunities and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications.  Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Why Rates Are Rising + How AI Will Transform Jobs & Investing and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications.  Chapter Marks:  0:25 Introduction to rate hikes 2:45 Fed mandate and rate decision   4:58 Inflation and energy costs   6:20 The logic of interest rate hikes   8:21 Monetary vs fiscal policy   9:40 Mechanics of rate control   13:28 Impact on loans and mortgages   14:55 The economic brake pedal   15:48 Investment and strategy advice   18:06 Key takeaways and Q&A intro   19:15 AI development and jobs   20:36 Future rate outlook and trade   22:08 Career sectors: long or short   23:53 Evaluating business models   25:37 Education and community building   27:19 Cryptocurrency outlook   28:50 The shift in career structures   29:42 NFTs and market scarcity   31:39 AI competition and media   33:55 Economic and tax discussions   35:58 AI development and ethics   37:53 The importance of Excel   39:10 Yield curves and recession risks   41:24 Global markets and China AI   42:25 More career sector long/shorts   44:58 University value debate   45:52 AI regulation and risks   48:04 BRICS and systemic importance   49:47 Entrepreneurship and location   51:30 Bootcamp announcement   54:20 Raising venture capital   57:49 Founding mistakes and planning   1:02:17 Reality vs media drama   1:06:26 Liability and hedge fund losses   1:09:19 Side hustles and legal advice   1:10:32 Investment strategy metrics   1:12:18 Capital raising and lessons   1:14:26 Billions and media analysis   1:17:32 Universal income and robots   1:20:37 Taxes, careers, and networking   1:24:45 Authenticity and AI   1:26:57 Economic outlook and wrap-up   1:33:41 Closing thoughts Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Job Market Challenges, AI Job Bootcamp & the Best Investment Research Tools and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks:  0:25 Job market challenges  5:13 AI job bootcamp overview  7:21 Program logistics and FAQs  12:21 Live audience Q&A session  54:08 Investment research tools  55:27 Final Q&A and wrap-up Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Everything Is Connected: Gold Reserves to AI Hedge Funds and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome and Call Overview  1:56 Geopolitics, Markets, and Global Currencies  6:06 Middle East Conflict, Elon Musk, and BRICS vs. G7  9:46 Startups, Innovation, and Political/Market Dynamics  12:19 Career Coaching and the AI Impact on Work  16:14 AI in Schools, Public Health, and Global Debt  19:30 Tech Rivalry, Professional Exams, and Trading Mindset  23:08 24-Hour Markets and Pitching to Investors  26:36 Acquiring SaaS, Building with AI, and Growing on YouTube  29:54 The Future of AI, LinkedIn Networking, and Hedge Funds  33:05 Mental Balance and Breaking Into Finance  37:49 AI Content Creation, MVPs, and Mentorship  42:36 Fitness, Toyota vs. BYD, and Advice for 20-Somethings  47:32 Udemy Success, Private Equity, and the Future of Education  51:35 Community Greetings and Forex Risk  53:31 Banking Careers and Fundraising Advice  55:32 Passion vs. Profit and a 9/11 Story  1:04:02 AI Business Profitability  1:06:00 Conclusion and Closing Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Stop Trading Time for Money: The 5 Levers That Scale Any Business and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Book a call with us to help you scale your side hustle: https://harounventures.com/startGet mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications.  Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome & Intro  0:38 Turn Your Side Hustle Into a Business That Scales  2:23 My Background and Experience  3:31 What Happens to Your Revenue If You Stop for a Month?  5:33 The Five Levers of a Scalable Business  21:52 Q&A: Trump, Canada, and Trade  23:46 Q&A: Risk Factors & Becoming a Competent New Hire  26:47 Q&A: T-Bills, Yields, and the Fed  30:32 Q&A: Big Tech Power and Unemployment Risk  33:18 Q&A: Education, Debt, and Online Teaching in the AI Era  37:52 Q&A: BYD vs. Tesla, and Trusting Bill Gates  44:21 Q&A: Canada, Programming's Future, and the Bay Area  49:38 Q&A: China Leverage, Trump's Political Power, and Good Presidents  53:23 Q&A: Investing in Europe, Mortgage Careers, and Coaching  57:29 Q&A: Valuing Startups and Reading Nvidia Earnings  1:00:45 Q&A: TikTok, Life Lessons, and the US Surplus  1:09:08 Q&A: Grok vs. Claude, Stock Market Safety  1:14:57 Q&A: Green Screens, Figma, and Getting Into Sales  1:18:55 Q&A: Dream Time Off, Nvidia, and Hedge Fund Careers  1:22:33 Q&A: Writing a Book and Beating Stress  1:27:43 Q&A: Blogs, AI Investing, and Does Banking Age You  1:36:15 Q&A: QE vs. QT and Career Advice for Policy Backgrounds Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: the $10 Trillion Question: Nvidia, AI Bubbles, and the 30-Year Yield and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications.  Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome to the 376th Weekly Live Webcast of August 20, 2026! 0:55 Free Live Class: Use AI to Beat the Resume Robots (Live Demo) 4:08 Are you a believer in Sturgeon's Law and does it apply to the financial world? 5:34 Most applicable instance of Murphy's Law? 8:18 Where does the Iran War go from here? 9:38 Are you nervous about the 30-year yield? 13:23 How does Japan survive with unsustainable debt? 14:58 Is America tarnishing its reputation? 16:33 Will Nvidia become the world's first $10 Trillion dollar company or will the AI bubble burst? 17:31 Will AI lead to more social democratic values? 20:18 Do the socialist democratic members in the Senate bother you? 21:35 What is the future of Indian IT and IT in general? 23:11 Will India become a one-party socialistic autocratic regime? 23:41 Thoughts on economic trading blocs? 25:13 What happens to the world's oil reserves from here? 26:23 How will open-source LLM models impact GPU and TPU sales? 27:55 Your best and worst AI predictions? 29:33 Can you make money long-term as a day or swing trader? 32:33 Thoughts on different finance certifications like CFA, CFP and CMA?      34:31 How to break into the high-paying finance world? 36:43 Is the states better for a finance job or stay in Canada? 37:29 Is it possible to get a 50% return in today's market?                                     40:16 How to stay motivated in this job market?  41:35 Will the AI Resume course be recorded?  42:15 Is capitalism dead in the US?  47:20 Should I still learn JavaScript?  48:04 Will non-human traffic surpass human traffic?  49:24 Will far right of Europe pull out of EU?  50:03 Are you a console or PC guy?  51:09 Thoughts on Nvidia investing in OpenAI?  54:58 How can we best incentivize value creation while not rewarding self-interest and greed?  56:29 Will the next administration bring down debt levels?  57:16 Are AI agents a cybersecurity nightmare?  57:37 Should we still learn Python?  59:00 How to avoid AI slop?  1:01:19 Can Zoom be disrupted and how?  1:02:22 What's the connection between Japan's Yena and the USD?  1:05:09 What is the best economic system?  1:08:06 Did you hear the GTA map got leaked?  1:08:31 What's your view on Elon Musk wanting more robots than humans?  1:12:28 Who is buying SpaceX right now?  1:12:58 What do you think about AI watermarks?  1:16:15 What is Palantir's business model?  1:16:49 Best learning strategies to stay up to date on?  1:18:19 Are we headed towards a crash?  1:22:13 Do you think self-interest and greed is more of a socialist and communist issue?  1:23:07 Will AI worsen mental health?  1:24:43 Why did OpenAI close Sora?  1:26:14 How will China impact the world once it becomes hegemony?  1:27:58 Can you share some details on the Japanese culture?  1:32:13 Is a Master's degree worth it?  1:32:50 Does Moderna really have the cure for cancer?  1:33:43 Difference between an options market maker and a hedge fund?  1:35:35 Difference between nominal GDP and PPP  1:39:22 How important is listening to earnings calls?  1:42:35 Thoughts on Chinese brain drain to the US? Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Crypto & government surveillance, Free AI Resume Class, leveraged ETFs and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications.  Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome to Webcast #375  0:33 Free AI Resume Class  3:50 Crypto & government surveillance  6:08 UK economy concerns  7:05 Will AI eliminate Adobe?  8:45 Why prop up the yen?  9:18 Are we in a debt crisis?  11:14 BRICS currency impact  11:53 Sales vs. finance career  14:23 Trump and term limits  15:34 Can European companies survive?  16:13 GPUs & data centers  17:23 Can Nvidia keep rising?  19:43 Leveraged ETFs  26:16 Tetris movie  28:26 Accountants as jack-of-all-trades  29:16 Modeling Nvidia returns  30:08 How to fix Japan  32:28 How to become a quant  34:10 Do quants need programming?  36:26 Is China moving toward democracy?  37:38 MS in Computer Science vs. MBA  39:23 Modeling a country's debt  43:48 Closed-source AI models  45:30 Best finance career path  46:41 Are young people embracing socialism?  48:42 Staying consistent with videos  50:27 How market makers work  52:16 China's impact on the global economy Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: New AI Dream Job Bootcamp, Salary vs in-demand Skills and more. Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks: 0:25 Welcome to Webcast #374  1:16 New AI Dream Job Bootcamp  9:56 Salary vs. in-demand skills  13:13 Why countries lend to the US  15:31 LinkedIn algorithm changes  19:36 Dealing with high-net-worth investors  24:03 Jeff Bezos 10-year resume exercise  28:07 Importance of the US dollar to Japan  29:07 SpaceX share lockup  31:17 Webcast setup  32:27 Democratic socialism  35:08 Mamdani and NYC  36:00 Future of the S&P 500  36:48 AI vs. software developers  38:32 Moats for AI companies  39:50 Will Iran control the Gulf?  40:44 Why governments buy US debt  42:30 Is SaaS dead?  45:53 Capitalism  47:10 Are we in an AI bubble?  48:37 Are we headed for stagflation?  49:52 When will the AI bubble burst?  51:39 Spending on AI tokens  54:44 Buying assets at a loss  57:25 Will Mag 7 AI CAPEX pay off?  58:04 Term limits for politicians  59:21 How to become a quant  1:00:45 Rebuilding assets destroyed by Iran  1:01:25 Rubio and Cuba  1:02:25 Meeting Justin Trudeau  1:04:35 Can AI make money?  1:05:59 Will universities survive AI?  1:07:52 What are AI tokens? Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Feeling Behind, China's Growth, Best MBA programs and more.   Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome 1:59 Gulf States Switching from USD to Yuan 3:59 Iran War 5:38 Oil at $160 6:49 Sales Careers 9:56 Feeling Behind 13:23 Tariffs and US Debt 17:34 Business Plan Forecasts 19:04 Korea's Economy 21:48 China's Growth 27:09 Online Courses 29:35 Socialism and Younger Generations 32:05 Biggest Macro Risk 32:42 Equity Analysts 34:28 Investment Process 37:05 AI and Jobs 38:35 DAX Valuation 39:45 Micron and SanDisk 41:25 Finding Your Investing Edge 43:10 Researching Investors 45:55 Investor Checklist 47:57 Relationship Focused Careers 50:20 Hedge Funds in Africa 51:13 Equity Research Careers 53:05 Comparison and Success 56:05 Master's in Finance 59:42 Ideas vs Execution 1:00:55 AI and Intelligence 1:01:35 SaaS and AI 1:04:16 US Dollar Reserve Currency 1:04:54 Cash for Opportunities 1:06:45 Favorite University Course 1:07:15 Businesses Adapting to AI 1:07:53 SpaceX and Tesla Merger 1:08:35 Why Write a Business Plan First? 1:12:55 BYD's Future 1:16:04 GTA 6 1:17:36 China's Rise 1:18:57 Learning Business in GTA 6 1:19:54 ACCA vs CFA 1:20:36 Korea's Economy 1:21:11 Using Your Background 1:24:19 Dating Androids 1:25:53 Ray Dalio 1:27:18 College in 2030 1:29:02 Cuban Invasion 1:29:59 Three Political Parties 1:34:03 Creativity in Finance 1:35:50 More Udemy Courses 1:36:26 Keeping an Empty Mind 1:40:11 AI Risks 1:42:01 Law to Finance and MBA 1:44:25 Humanities to Finance 1:47:11 Credit Default Swap Hedge Funds 1:49:42 My Background 1:51:29 Options Course 1:54:02 Best MBA Programs Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: What is NotebookLM, an analysis of the SpaceX IPO & Can Iran Become a Superpower? and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Chapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome 0:45 SpaceX IPO with NotebookLM 2:08 What Is NotebookLM? 3:55 SpaceX IPO Analysis 13:28 Maximizing Startup Growth 15:25 How Far Could Tesla Fall? 16:58 Will Oil Reach $120? 18:00 Concerns About Mamdani 19:27 Trump and Emergency Powers 20:00 Is China in a Recession? 21:26 Best Class for Finance Careers 23:09 Will Claude Replace Jobs? 25:28 Who Has an AI Moat? 27:12 Trump’s Canada Tariffs 28:15 Could Stripe Acquire PayPal? 29:49 Is Democracy Still Best? 30:41 Is India Moving Left? 31:23 Could Iran Become a Superpower? 33:26 Advice to My Younger Self 35:05 Building an Options Bot 36:19 IBM Stock Analysis 37:56 How to Analyze Competitors 41:00 Is Quant Finance Still Worth It? 44:25 Fed Cut or Hike? 45:40 What Is the VIX? 48:24 Offshore Jobs and Tech 49:35 How to Use Credit Cards 50:37 Do Investment Firms Use AI? 52:42 Starting a Travel Agency 53:55 Best STEM Degree 56:29 Breaking Into Risk Quant 1:02:09 Should We Fear AI? 1:03:37 What Is Fixed Income? 1:06:45 Do I Still Need Coding? 1:07:25 Will the U.S. Target Cuba? 1:08:51 Starting a Prop Trading Firm 1:11:11 Is Private Equity Ethical? 1:14:01 Thoughts on Social Democracy 1:15:34 Trading Commodity Options 1:16:47 When Will We Hate AI Slop? 1:18:00 Founder-Led Companies and IPOs 1:19:32 Can China Win the AI Race? 1:20:05 Preparing to Own a Holding Company Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: how to ask for a raise, where is smart money going, how to analyze an earnings call  and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome to the 371st Weekly Live Webcast 0:59 How to Ask for a Raise 4:27 Can Founders Keep a Full Time Job? 6:46 Best Movie Business Plans 9:27 Starting a Hedge Fund Internship 14:42 Where Is the Smart Money Going? 20:08 IBM Earnings Miss 22:50 Running Out of Questions During a Presentation 28:02 Who Is Your Mentor? 29:43 Is IBM a Buy? 31:11 Will War Hurt the Economy? 32:00 Are Stocks Overvalued? 36:30 Are T Bills Worth Buying? 37:46 SpaceX Valuation Drop 41:06 What Makes a Great VC Firm? 43:45 How VC Fees Work 44:41 Taking a Sick Day 46:35 Russia's Debt to GDP 47:52 Is the CFA Worth It? 49:14 Is IBM Falling Behind? 50:25 Is Investment Banking Still Worth It? 51:43 Careers in Lending 52:20 Can I Start a Bank? 52:53 Investing in Royalties 53:54 Why Cathie Wood Is Popular 57:43 How to Analyze Earnings Calls 1:01:22 Making Money With AI 1:02:12 The Social Network Reaction Video Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

In this Venture Capital Bootcamp, Chris Haroun shares a practical framework for raising capital, from developing a compelling business plan and using other people's money strategically to creating an investor pitch deck and building long term relationships with investors. He also answers live questions on venture capital, startup fundraising, equity structure, investment banking careers, AI, entrepreneurship, finance, and the future of business. Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome & Venture Capital Bootcamp 2:56 How to Raise Money for Your Business 5:54 Business Plan 12:49 Other People's Money 17:16 Investor Pitch Deck 21:35 Building Investor Relationships 28:14 Q&A Begins 28:14 Raising Money from Small Investors 29:04 US vs China Capital Raising 30:05 Voting vs Non Voting Shares 31:30 Biggest Fundraising Mistakes 33:19 Contrarian Beliefs 34:16 Phoenix-ing Explained 37:24 Breaking into Investment Banking 42:09 Following Your Dreams 43:35 Skipping Workouts 44:14 Future of Iran 44:47 US Dollar Reserve Currency 46:03 Options & Short Selling 48:13 Becoming a YouTuber Today 50:09 Bitcoin-Backed Countries 51:52 AI Options Trading Bots 52:35 Overcoming Fear 54:45 Religion in China 56:46 Will AI Replace College? 58:32 AI Opportunities in Developing Countries 59:29 Finance Certifications 1:00:19 Why Curiosity Matters 1:01:05 Europe's Future 1:01:50 Big Tech Layoffs 1:03:14 Raising Money in Silicon Valley 1:03:59 What VCs Look For 1:06:19 Likeability in Business 1:07:59 Building a 5 Stock Portfolio 1:09:42 Dealing with Tough Parents 1:10:06 BYD vs Tesla 1:10:49 Starting an Instagram Business with AI 1:13:20 Knowing When You're Ready 1:15:33 Are Reaction Videos Worth It? 1:19:43 Future of Video 1:21:17 Viral Marketing on a Budget 1:24:04 Alternatives to Giving Up Equity 1:25:19 Finance Without a Degree 1:26:12 How Important Is Your Website? Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: Private Equity vs Venture Capital, Term Sheets, & Life Regrets and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks:  0:25 Welcome to the 369th Weekly Live Webcast of July 2, 2026! 0:57 Should prospective investors sign NDAs for my startup? How to review a term sheet? 4:03 Is SpaceX still overvalued? Will Elon be able to put people on Mars? 5:21 How to train your biceps and triceps? Will kids have more or less toys in the future? 8:22 What would make you leave America? How to fix the United Kingdom? What business would you start if you had to start over? 12:54 How to invest in private equity? Is Oracle too big to fail? Thoughts on MicroStrategy? What is the future of Intuit and SAP? 18:50 Biggest regret in your life? How do you stay humble? Do you have a funnel strategy for marketing? What is some of the best love and money advice? 25:46 How long will Mamdani last? Have you ever hated someone? Should I get into private equity or venture capital after having startup experience? Do you like the idea of tokenization for real estate? Do you worry about the US debt level? 33:12 Where can I find your finance courses? Will Samsung ever not be the largest company in Korea? Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: How to Win on LinkedIn, Find Love and Handle Equity Compensation  and more.  Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section.  Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks:  0:25 Call Starts 1:00 LinkedIn Masterclass 23:45 LinkedIn Profile & Career Questions 33:58 AI Stocks, Micron & SpaceX 40:45 AI, Bitcoin & the Future of Technology 50:53 Options Trading & Hedge Funds 54:37 Startup Advice: Co-Founders & Equity 58:23 Markets, AI Trends & One-Person Companies 1:07:35 Oracle, Micron, Snapchat & LegalZoom 1:14:35 SpaceX, Cursor & Starting an AI Company 1:19:35 BYD, Tesla, Magnificent 7 & Accenture 1:23:00 LinkedIn Networking & Job Search 1:29:55 Dating, AI Creators & Big Tech 1:39:56 Best S&P 500 Index Funds Connect with me:  Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun