How a Driving Instructor to the Stars Spends Her Sundays
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Shanti Gooljar, who owns Empire State Driving School, transitioned from being a paramedic to running a successful driving school that caters to high-end clients in Manhattan.
Gooljar has taught the children of notable figures, finding her niche in teaching teens with her unfiltered, relatable style that resonated with her students.
After losing her husband in 2022, Shanti decided to remain in New York, valuing her established routine over relocating to Florida, despite family suggestions.
With a driving school open for a decade, Gooljar now operates six instructors and charges up to $200 per hour for her behind-the-wheel lessons.
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