Ruben Garcia 
Money Talks. Yes, it does. It says… “Goodbye”. If you’ve ever wondered why someone with similar skills seems to be making more money than you, the answer may often come down to just a few key decisions. Salary growth isn’t just about working hard; it’s about working smart (as the old cliche goes), knowing when … Read more
Integrity, Collaboration, Adaptability, Empathy. These are the values you’d expect to see in a company handbook, not on a Mother’s Day card. And yet, these are the very values that mothers teach their children every day, laying the foundation for the kind of people we become, both personally and professionally. In my case, my mother … Read more
Not vibing with a teammate. Got beef with a co-worker. Work drama. No matter how you say it, most of us have experienced some kind of tension with a peer at work, and it always makes the job harder than it needs to be. In my 20+ years of work experience, I’m grateful to say … Read more
In the Christmas movie Elf, Buddy is delighted by his discovery of the “World’s Greatest Cup of Coffee”—so much so that he takes his date to have a taste. But after a sip, she’s unimpressed, calling it what it is: “a crappy cup of coffee.” It’s easy to say you’re the best—because no one … Read more
Unless you’re DJ Khaled or T-Pain and all you do is win, chances are you’ve faced a career setback. Maybe you were passed over for a promotion, interviewed for your dream job but didn’t get hired, or even got laid off. The real question isn’t if setbacks happen—it’s what you do next. According to Indeed.com, … Read more
As we approach the start of the year, it’s the perfect time for reflection. Whether you’re a business leader steering your company through uncertain waters or a professional evaluating your career path, one key question arises: Should you persist and stay the course or pivot and explore a new direction? History provides us with examples … Read more
No one likes layoffs, but they are a reality in the workplace. It’s difficult to read the news (or my LinkedIn feed) without seeing an announcement of layoffs. Companies often use terms like “reorg” or “pivoting” to explain layoffs, indicating efforts to invest in new or growing business models. Years ago, I saw this firsthand … Read more
On average, full-time job seekers apply to around 30 positions, yet only hear back from four! It’s no wonder 90% of Americans surveyed say that interviews are stressful. Some would even say they cause anxiety due to the high stakes involved. So just like everyone with a relative who overshares on social media, everyone has … Read more
“Try to be useful. Do things that are useful to your fellow human being.” – Elon Musk “Do something you are passionate about, and don’t chase the hot passion of the day.” – Jeff Bezos “(For new graduates) This is exactly the time to go live in Bali for a year. This is exactly when … Read more
When I think about how AI is impacting jobs, I’m reminded of how technology has always changed the norm. Those whose jobs were affected by technology either adapted to the change or, in some cases, hoped that the change wouldn’t affect them. However, hoping that things don’t change is a bad career strategy. Tech throughout … Read more
