Since he began driving a taxi in 2007, his customers have run the gamut from mediterranean royalty to billionaires and Hollywood celebrities. “They all say the same thing,” says Anzalota, though he’s no snob—he chats up everyone, not just the stars. Twelve years ago, a friend suggested he drive a taxi because he was so personable and would meet a lot of great people. In the video Platt introduced himself as the highest-earning person in finance (Forbes actually named him the second-highest earner). “People respect the yellow cab.” He’s currently employed by United Taxi Management and hasn’t considered working for Uber or Lyft, though he’s keeping an open mind.

Source: Forbes January 19, 2020 10:52 UTC