About Eric M. Ruiz
Eric M. Ruiz is a New York-based writer from Modesto, Calif. He helped launch Waze Ads in Latin America and now focuses on exploring and writing about the differences that make us the same.
More From Eric M. Ruiz
Startups
Words of Advice on Succeeding in the New Business World
Your college diploma doesn't automatically mean you can make it in the real world. Getting where you want to be is still a long learning process.
Motivation
Pop Music, American Authors and Small Wins
Tiny victories may be fleeting, but they leave a residue of success that can change the way you approach everything after.
Growth Strategies
FC Barcelona and the Development of Internal Talent
Developing homegrown talent is one sure way to grow a company of dedicated and loyal employees.
Thought Leaders
4 Business Lessons From the Legendary John Wooden
The great UCLA coach taught his championship teams that details create success.
Growth Strategies
Professional Lessons Learned From Germany's 2014 World Cup Title
Creating a world-class soccer team involves a similar process for becoming a successful entrepreneur.
Productivity
Sometimes Doing Nothing Is the Best Way to Move Forward
When you need to get the most work done, consider stepping back and embracing idleness.
Opportunity
Key to Success? Work Like You're an Intern -- Every Day
For those of you just getting started, you need to embrace the hustle.
Marketing
4 Marketing Lessons From Pop-Culture Writer Shea Serrano
Marketing your first book, a new product or a catchy feature? Build an online following first. Say, you could even spread the word via rappers.
Business Travel
A Frequent Business Traveler's Rewarding Trip to 'Nowhere'
A Waze manager just got back from celebrated travel writer Pico Iyer's favorite destination.
Leadership Qualities
Act Like the Leader You Want to Be
No matter what you want or where you want to be, behave as if you've already arrived.
Personal Branding
Developing a Personal Brand Is Overrated
A millennial explains that building a great reputation is not a project for Day 1 at a new gig. Rather, bear down on the work or the assignment. The rest will follow.
Careers
When It Comes to Finding Your Path. Don't Overthink. Do.
Sometimes the right career direction isn't immediately apparent. The only way to get there, though, is to experiment.
Leadership Qualities
Leadership Lessons From Alexander the Great
Even if your goal is conquer a larger sales territory or win more page views, the insights from this military leader can prove inspirational.
Music
3 Entrepreneurial Lessons to Learn From Kanye West
The innovators in music world are teaching young Americans some basics about breaking out on their own.
Global Business
Choosing Between Opportunity and the Comfort of Home
A Waze manager recalls his painful decision to leave his native turf, California's Central Valley, to explore greener entrepreneurial options.