This paper presents the life experience and the professional trajectories of forty immigrants working as drivers at a Montreal taxi company. Their previous failures in forming successful business partnerships with other Iranian immigrants due to a lack of technical expertise and business management has led them to find a well-managed, ethnic taxi company. The results reveal that the majority of the interviewed immigrants are not satisfied with their current jobs; however they face significant difficulties in making the decision to try other venues. While some still dream of continuing their studies, the risks associated with pursuing other careers or opening a new enterprise contribute to prevent them from exploring other options.
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