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The 19-Year-Old School Dropout Who Raised $2.5M from Sam Altman | ft. Aryan Sharma

The 19-Year-Old School Dropout Who Raised $2.5M from Sam Altman | ft. Aryan Sharma

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In this episode of The Awakening Code, we sit down with Aryan Sharma, the 20-year-old founder of Notional, a bold community that's reshaping how young Indians think about global investing, money, and ambition.From building a billion-dollar stock portfolio simulation in college to now attracting some of the world’s best investors and mentors, Aryan’s journey is anything but ordinary.In this conversation, we explore:🌍 Why investing beyond India is no longer optional for the next generation📈 How Aryan built Notional as a movement, not just a platform🧠 The mindset shift young people need around money, ambition, and self-worth🏗️ The behind-the-scenes of building India’s most ambitious investing community🚀 Why learning from billionaires is easier than you think—and how he did it📚 What schools don’t teach about money—and how Aryan is filling that gapIf you're young, ambitious, and ready to break out of traditional systems, this episode will light a fire under you.🎧 Tune in now and discover what it takes to build from scratch—with no safety net, no playbook, and a whole lot of conviction.#aryansharma , #YoungEntrepreneur, #TeenCEO, #AIStartup, #TechWithoutCollege, #StartupJourney, #SamAltman, #SequoiaCapital, #NextGenFounder, #BreakTheNorm, #EmailLifeHack, #ColdEmailKing, #ZeroToMillion, #IndianInnovators, #FutureOfAI, #GenZFounder, #BuildInPublic, #PodcastInspiration, #TeenTechProdigy, #NonTraditionalPath, #DropoutToSuccess, #RiskAndReward, #MindsetShift, #SiliconValleyDreamsTimestamps :00:00:00 – Aryan's early inspiration and unconventional path 00:02:55 – "Rich Dad Poor Dad" influencing wealth questioning 00:04:06 – Influence of founders' life stories and tech movies 00:05:03 – Personal rebellion against societal prescriptions 00:08:51 – Philosophy: "Not taking risks is greatest risk" 00:09:59 – Facing rejection with nothing to lose mindset 00:11:57 – Consuming inspiring tech and founder content 00:17:20 – Unique mindset of adding value in networking 00:22:55 – Importance of self-belief to the point of delusion 00:25:16 – Cold emailing as a life hack for social mobility 00:28:30 – Choosing alternate education over traditional college 00:30:20 – Winning Eric Schmidt's $500,000 scholarship 00:36:25 – AI's "internet-like moment" post-ChatGPT 00:42:54 – Silicon Valley's unique culture and innovation incentives 00:55:58 – AI's disruption: 90% BPO staff reduction example01:00:47 – Aryan's Advice to CEO's 01:04:50 – Code For GenZ01:07:42– Aryan's Plan for next year and coming 10 years01:10:26 – Thanking Guest.About The Awakening Code:The Awakening Code with Vishal Gondal explores the powerful intersections of artificial intelligence, spirituality, creativity, and the human experience. Hosted by visionary entrepreneur Vishal Gondal, the podcast features deep conversations with global thought leaders—from scientists to artists—sharing stories, insights, and strategies to unlock your potential. Discover the essence of 'spandan,' the irreplaceable human spark, and learn how to cultivate creativity, purpose, and innovation in the digital age. Tune in and join this transformative journey—subscribe now!Podcast Produced & Managed by : LeverageX Media

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