About
Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a Lebanese-American essayist, mathematical statistician, former option trader, risk analyst, and New York Polytech professor. His work centers on the study of randomness, probability, complexity, and uncertainty. He is best known for his books, including *Fooled by Randomness*, *The Black Swan*, and *Antifragile*, which explore the impact of unpredictable events on various aspects of life.
Career Timeline
Starts Writing 'Fooled by Randomness'
Working as a trader, Taleb starts to develop his ideas about randomness and uncertainty in the markets.
'Fooled by Randomness' Published
His first book gains attention among traders and academics, increasing his profile and earning potential.
'The Black Swan' Published
His second book becomes a bestseller, bringing him widespread recognition and significantly increasing his net worth.
'Antifragile' Published
His concept of 'antifragility' gains traction, further solidifying his reputation as a thought leader and increasing his income through book sales and speaking engagements.
'Skin in the Game' Published
Further cements his place as a public intellectual and business consultant, increasing his net worth through book sales, investments, and speaking engagements.
Continues Writing and Speaking
Taleb remains an influential author and speaker, continuing to earn income from book sales, speaking engagements, and investments.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026