IN THE SAUNA, I MAKE MONEY

"What if I told you that while I am in the sauna, I'm making money without doing any work? Last month alone, I generated $3,423 in completely passive income. That's over $40,000 a year that requires virtually zero effort from me now.

Sounds fancy, but I live a simple life, mainly spending my time with my wife, our 3 kids and friends. I'm sharing this because financial freedom is possible in 2025, even if you're starting from scratch. In this video, I'll show you exactly how I built these income streams and how you can too." 

YOUR PLAN TO TIME FREEDOM

"Imagine waking up every morning and checking your phone to see money has appeared in your accounts overnight. That's the reality of building real passive income streams.

By the end of this video, you'll have a clear roadmap for creating not just one, but five different passive income streams that can work for you in 2025. These are the exact methods I use myself - no theory, just practical steps that any motivated 35-year-old can implement starting today."

FROM 50K TO 1M

"A few years ago, I was completely dependent on trading my time for money. As the founder of Strategy Sprints, I help entrepreneurs accelerate their sales, but I realized I was caught in the same trap as my clients - working IN my business, not ON my wealth.

So I made a decision to create systems that would pay me whether I showed up or not. I started small - just $200 a month in dividend income. But I was consistent, and I kept adding new streams.

Let me show you my actual passive income from just last month:" 

• "Rental Income: $1,200"
• "Dividends: $341"
• "Licensing/IP: $800"
• "Options: $842"
• "Royalties: $240"
• "TOTAL: $3,423"

"That's $3,423 that came in while I was sleeping, spending time with my family, or working on growing my other businesses. Now let me show you how you can build each of these income streams yourself."

RANK THEM BY FASTEST

"Now I'm going to walk you through these five passive income methods, starting with the quickest one you can implement today, and ending with the one that takes the most time but potentially has the biggest payoff. Let's dive in."

Method 1: Options Strategies 

"The fastest way to start generating passive income is through options strategies, which brought me $842 last month. You can literally start this today if you already have a brokerage account.

Options can be risky if misused, but I use conservative strategies like:

1. Cash-secured puts on stocks I want to own anyway
2. Covered calls on stocks I already own
3. Defined-risk spreads with strict position sizing

This isn't day trading or gambling. It's a systematic approach to generating income from market volatility.

If you're new to options, start by:

• Learning the basics from the audiobook “Trading in the flow” as well as the many templates we use in the sprint club 
• Paper trading for at least 3 months before using real money
• Starting with very small positions
• Only using 5-10% of your portfolio for options strategies

The beauty of options is the speed - you can generate income within days or weeks once you understand the strategies. However, this requires more active management than other methods, but with systems in place, I spend less than 2 hours per week on this."

Method 2: Dividend Investing 

"The second fastest way to start generating passive income is through dividend investing, which generated $341 for me last month. You can start this today with as little as $10 in most brokerage accounts.

I focus exclusively on high-quality companies that have:

• A history of increasing dividends for at least 10 years
• Strong cash flow and reasonable payout ratios
• Competitive advantages in their industries

Let me share some of my top dividend stock picks for 2025:

• CNQ with a 4.8% yield
• BX returning 2.8%
• CMG at 2.5%
• BESI yielding 2.2%
• BLK with 2.1%

And some solid companies with lower but growing yields:

• HARVIA at 1.5%
• LIN at 1.2%
• HGT yielding 1.1%
• BKNG, RACE, and KKR around 0.6%
• MA at 0.5%
• Even GOOGL now pays 0.4%

The beauty of dividend investing is the scaling effect. With these yields:

• A $100K portfolio generates about $132 monthly
• $500K produces around $658 per month
• At $1M, you're looking at $1,317 monthly
• $2M yields $2,633 per month
• And $4M generates over $5,267 monthly in completely passive income

You can start small and build over time. The income won't be huge initially, but it requires almost zero maintenance once set up, and it grows as you add more capital."

Method 4: Licensing and IP Assets 

"The fourth method on our list is licensing intellectual property, which generated $800 for me last month. This typically takes 3-6 months to develop but creates extremely high-margin income once established.

Here's how you can build this income stream:

1. Identify your expertise or unique knowledge
2. Package it into a system, framework, or methodology
3. Create licenses that others can purchase to use your IP

In my case, I've developed business frameworks through Strategy Sprints that other coaches and consultants pay to use with their clients.

Even if you're not a business owner, you can:

• Create digital products like templates, spreadsheets, or designs
• License photography to stock sites
• Develop apps or software tools
• Create music for licensing platforms

The beauty of IP is that you create it once and can sell it infinitely. The setup time is longer than the previous methods, but the profit margins are usually 90%+ since digital assets have virtually no reproduction costs. This method requires more upfront expertise but can be incredibly lucrative once established."

Method 5: Real Estate Rental Income 

"The fifth and slowest method to implement - but potentially the most wealth-building over time - is real estate rental income. Last month, this generated $1,200 for me after all expenses, but it took me years to build up.

Here's what makes real estate powerful in 2025:

• You can use other people's money (mortgage) to acquire assets
• Property values typically appreciate over time
• Tenants pay down your loan while you build equity
• Tax advantages are substantial

The challenge is that real estate requires:

• Significant upfront capital (20-25% down payment)
• A lengthy acquisition process (2-6 months)
• Property management systems
• Understanding of local markets

For beginners in 2025, I recommend starting with:

1. House hacking - buying a duplex, living in one unit and renting the other
2. Exploring fractional real estate platforms like Fundrise or Arrived where you can start with as little as $100
3. REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) that pay regular dividends

While this is the slowest method to implement, it's often the cornerstone of long-term wealth building. The combination of cash flow, appreciation, loan paydown, and tax advantages makes real estate uniquely powerful despite the longer setup time."

Method 3: Royalties 

"The third quickest method to generate passive income is through royalties, which brought in $240 for me last month. This can take a few weeks to a few months to set up, but then pays you indefinitely.

There are several ways to generate royalties in 2025:

1. Writing books or creating courses (what I do)
2. Creating music for streaming platforms
3. Developing mobile apps or software
4. Creating digital assets for marketplaces like Etsy or Creative Market

The key to royalties is creating something once that can be distributed through platforms that handle the sales and distribution while you collect checks.

For those starting out, I recommend:

• Identify your knowledge or creative strengths
• Choose a platform (Amazon KDP, Udemy, Spotify, etc.)
• Create your asset with a focus on solving specific problems
• Build simple marketing systems to drive discovery

The initial time investment is moderate - typically 1-3 months to create a quality asset - but once published, it can generate income for years with minimal maintenance. This is why I rank it as the third fastest way to start generating passive income."

Bringing It All Together 

"Now, the real power comes from combining these methods based on your timeline and goals:

1. Start with options strategies for immediate income
2. Build dividend investments as your bedrock
3. Create royalty assets using your knowledge
4. Develop IP and licensing streams as you gain expertise
5. Add real estate when you have the capital and systems

The key is to not try everything at once. Start with the quickest methods while building toward the longer-term plays. Within 12-24 months, you can have multiple streams working for you."

PART 5: SUMMARY 

[Return to main camera, energetic delivery]

"Let's recap the five passive income methods from fastest to slowest implementation:

1. Options Strategies - Start today, income within days to weeks
2. Dividend Investing - Start immediately, income within months
3. Royalties - 1-3 months to create, then years of income
4. Licensing/IP - 3-6 months to develop, then high-margin recurring income
5. Real Estate - Months to years to establish, but strongest long-term wealth builder

Remember, the goal isn't just quick money - it's building a portfolio of income streams that work at different speeds. The quick wins from options and dividends can fund your longer-term plays in royalties, IP, and real estate.

Start with what matches your current time, capital, and expertise. Then systematically add streams as you grow. The key is consistency and patience."

ACTION PLAN

"If you're serious about building passive income in 2025 and want to accelerate your results, I have two options for you:

First, I've put together a 'Passive Income Starter Kit' with templates, calculators, and a step-by-step implementation guide for each of these five methods. To get access, join our free community at strategysprints.com - link is in the description below.

But for those of you who want personalized guidance and accountability, I invite you to join our exclusive Sprint Club.

[logos coaching clients]

In the Sprint Club, I personally coach a small group of ambitious individuals to implement these exact passive income systems. We meet regularly to:

• Create your customized passive income plan
• Troubleshoot any obstacles
• Track your progress with accountability
• Connect you with other high-performers building wealth

The results speak for themselves. Members are seeing an average 35% increase in passive income within just 90 days of joining.

Spots are limited since I work closely with each member. Click the link in the description to apply today.

While you're there, drop a comment letting me know which of these five methods you're most excited to implement first.

Remember, financial freedom isn't about getting rich quick. It's about building systems that create wealth for you around the clock. But you don't have to do it alone. Join the Sprint Club, and let's build your passive income empire together. I'm Simon Severino, and I'll see you in the Sprint Club."