He sells potato peelers and became a millionaire

[frix123]

he's rich because he doesn't pay them damn taxes !!

[HoonMasta]

"Life is a vacation" ... That is a truly great man...

[itchyundies]

lol main steam media gimps

[danch10]

rip man 

[DinkerTinker1]

This guy makes me happy. What a great guy. I mean, many people would probably think less of a job that involves selling things on the streets. This guy makes me want to sell stuff in a similar matter on the streets. In a similar, entertaining way. WOW.

[nejixdragon]

wow, its the first time ive ever been sad after hearing someone died :/ sounds pathetic but dang, that sucks, will be missed

[WindowsSoftwareDe]

this is so inspiring!

[derekjlight]

Meanwhile in Somalia...

[MetroAdventures]

He did NOT make a million dollars at selling potato peelers.... his money came from his 4th wife.

[MyspAIDS]

this dude is a fucking boss

[knix7]

this guy was the man

[lizziecohen]

I just saw this and wanted to meet him and get a potato peeler, too. His timing for this program was impeccable.  He was so quickly gone and, somehow, it seems may have sensed his death coming. So fortunate, in non-monetary ways, his descendants.

[MMVVK]

@lizziecohen my sentiments exactly :)

[JANO66]

BAMF

[Kbeck94]

OCCUPY, MY ASS

[AphoticMist]

so.. is there no way to get that potato peeler now...

[chs75]

Does anyone know the song at 1:56?

[Zekee27]

why would you vbuy that when there are tons of automatic potato peelers out there?? invest 20 bucks more and you never have to worry again

[hunnybunny561]

@Zekee27 because his was special... :(

[KlifeRR]

father of sales people :)

[kahluathekinkajou]

seriously does anyone know where i can get a potato peeler????? i want one soooooooo bad im dead serious

[jxsilicon9]

@kahluathekinkajou

I think they're sold in those buildings called stores.

[kodoku7otaku]

@kahluathekinkajou

Star Peeler by Zena

[skillaze215]

wow with his money why didnt he make a commercial and sell his product to stores like wal mart, cooking shops etc. he would make so much more

[40ny]

A smiley face and a warm heart can go a long way. Nice story. RIP.

[allain14]

when He said life is a vacation. It seems like I have found the light.

[diegoloq]

someone have to make a movie about him!

[edmundomouet]

"Never underestimate a small amount of money"

I love this story, you'll be missed

[robarton]

Its because he didn't pay his taxes

[cdmentor]

My Mentor Max use to say "That everyone wants to be rich but few are willing to pay the price" . It's obvious that Mr. Ades loved what he did, was consistent in its approach and was rewarded for it. Getting up every day and schlepping a wagon with fruit and vegetables all over NYC and talking to strangers is something few of us would be willing to do. Gawd , I have such respect for people like Mr. Ades. What a remarkable story! What a Mentor! Claude Diamond-Author of "The Mentor teaches GUTS

[987Mars]

I smell tax evasion

[anxietyawaynow]

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[littleripper333]

Not only did the guy make a good living and pay for his kids schooling he is an inspiration.

[hotdog2020]

RIP sir! I am sure you will make heaven a better place

[shaskies]

"life is a Vacation" Wow thats called being grateful for each day you live!



[pat2x16]

cool totally the best salesman in the world

[TheBlood73]

Joe died on 2-01-09 R.I.P. You were a good man. We will miss you

[marcellusgiovanni]

Being close to him for many Green market day's, we became friends. What a gentleman. Good buy Joe.

[warero]

This man reminds me of my Dad. He started as a shoe shiner. He Started Hawking stuff on a cart on the street.......He went on like that. He is a real inspiration to me.

"Never under estimate the small amount of money"

[nomilkforsanta]

did he have to pay taxes on them?

[drjacklint]

that bitch couldn't buy one peeler from him? i wonder how much she made during the shoot? $5?

[OSCAR1777]

This is inspiring. But when you stop to think about this it's really a story of building a high salary / income for yourself. It's a story of a high margin. He was probably buying them at 10 cents a piece. Selling 10 each hour makes you about 50 bucks / hr. Not a bad job. With anything like 10% margin (most products) this unfortunately not make it to Park Ave. He, of course, deserves all the credit.

[RexelG123]

The 1 dislike comes from the guy who got sold the christmas tree in February...

[TheEditor80]

wow that's inspirational

[HazenJitsu]

Joe remains an inspiration. I never did see Joe, but with talent like that I would've emptied my pockets in appreciation for a salesman who cares about his product. Joe knew a 5 dollar peeler better than any car salesman knows a 40 000 dollar car. Rest in peace, Joe.

[HazenJitsu]

Joe remains an inspiration. I never did see Joe, but with talent like that I would've emptied my pockets in appreciation for a salesman who cares about his product. Joe knew a 5 dollar peeler better than any car salesman knows a 40 000 dollar car. Rest in peace, Joe.

[weshaz57]

talk about being ready to do business - did you see all those peelers in his spare room!

[wwwesmackdown]

I'm a professional messsenger carring high price merchandize. I was mezmorized by this man and had my bosses wondering where I was.I'll miss you old friend

[BeDeers]

what a great guy. he makes the world seem like a good place.

[stemikger]

Pretty amazing. However, I find it hard to believe he became a millionaire doing this.  There has to be more to the story.

[wateriskey]

@stemikger

I did too at first but when you watch some of his videos you'll notice that his presentations are a little over 3 minutes and within a minute on some of these you'll notice he's pulling about 1 hundred bucks a pop and he never stops pitching. I can defintely see it now. If you read his articles in the NY post and Vanity Fair you'll find that his suits alone are about 800-1200 a pop and his sweaters are always cashmere.. =)

[smallreportsprofit]

God bless his family because he had such a positive and joyful spirit while he was alive.

[gfkleopa]

may he rest in peace

[itubeutude]

is a potato peeler really worth $5?

[OvertlyRevolutionary]

I WANT ONE (or TWO)!! Where can I get one now that Joe is gone?

[jackmosley06]

write a rap song about this. assholes

[nikefan35]

poor guy we will miss him or at least i will, ive got one in my kitchen and it rocks we'll miss you buddy

[pedinoway2]

@nikefan35 poor guy? the guy was happy. nothing sad about it.

[MaxSk8rr]

@pedinoway2 Absolutely!!

[MaxSk8rr]

@nikefan35 poor guy? "the key is not doin what you like but liking what you do" Anyone who hasn't realized that is the poor guy.

[newyorkernut3]

Joe died on Sunday 2-01-09 he will be missed

by all street people and those that liked their

carrots not in diamonds but Carrots Julliene.