Spanish Taxi Drivers Became Millionaires

B2 – Upper Intermediate

This story of success of two Spanish cab drivers who became successful and very wealthy begins with a lot of hardships. There’s the economic crisis, the need to change their line of work, the arrival of ride-hailing apps, among others.

Read about how two Spanish taxi drivers turned themselves into millionaires with a brilliant business idea. 

https://english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2021-07-13/the-spanish-taxi-drivers-who-became-millionaires-without-leaving-the-house.html

Discussion Questions:

1. What are your thoughts on how they started their business and what do you think of their business idea?
2. What do you think about businesses being done entirely online? Do you think it will become more common in the near future?
3. In your own experience/observation, how has technology changed the way businesses are set up?
4. What are some products that you wish are more easily available in your country?
5. Was there ever a time when you considered changing your line of work? Share about that moment.