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Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Is Nassim Nicholas Taleb A-List?

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NoNassim Nicholas Taleb is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Ranking Timeline

1999C$0.5M

Starts Writing 'Fooled by Randomness'

Working as a trader, Taleb starts to develop his ideas about randomness and uncertainty in the markets.

2001C$1M+$0.5M

'Fooled by Randomness' Published

His first book gains attention among traders and academics, increasing his profile and earning potential.

2007B$3M+$2M

'The Black Swan' Published

His second book becomes a bestseller, bringing him widespread recognition and significantly increasing his net worth.

2012B$6M+$3M

'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.

2018B$8M+$2M

'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.

2026B$10M+$2M

Continues Writing and Speaking

Taleb remains an influential author and speaker, continuing to earn income from book sales, speaking engagements, and investments.

Last updated: February 24, 2026