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Charlie Ruiz: Performance Coach, Former Pro Athlete, Motivational Speaker, and the Champion of 'CONNECTION.' He empowers leaders, coaches, and individuals to optimize their performance both in and out of the office, on and off the field.

PAST CLIENTS

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Charlie Ruiz: Performance Coach, Former Pro Athlete, Motivational Speaker,

SO WHAT DO YOU EVEN DO?

Coach, Train and Facilitate. This includes formal Executive Coaching for both one-on-one and group settings, as well as Speaking engagements. Location can be on stage in front of your audience, behind the scenes coaching your speakers or in the locker room.

Charlie Ruiz: Performance Coach, Former Pro Athlete, Motivational Speaker, gives a talk.

HOW I CAN HELP

My work bridges the worlds of high-performance in technology and professional sports. I've learned a unique language from both industries, coaching leaders at Silicon Valley giants like Google, Twitter, and Coinbase. I've distilled valuable lessons on handling adversity, embracing failure and feedback, and adapting swiftly to change. While many focus solely on the game's final outcome, I understand that it's not everything—this is why CLR Connection exists.

HOW we can work together

  • I’m now a better communicator, strategic thinker and manager, gaining a better understanding of who I am.

    Phil Ou – Product Manager @ Google

  • Charlie's "less is more" mindset has simplifed my communication style and improved my sales skills.

    Mike Kowalick – Director @ Edo

  • After a single session, I felt a huge unlock, helping me move past a professional blindspot that had been holding me back for years.

    Reyana Fayyaz - Head of Product @ KudoBoard

  • I've unlocked a deeper understanding of the direction I want to go, how I need to execute and the mindset needed to achieve my goals.

    Marlon Herft - Customer Success @ Udemy

  • Charlie's ability to command the room, he quickly created comfort and steered us toward success.

    Elisha Lahiri - Sales & Ops @ Atlassian

  • Charlie creates an environment where everyone feels included and eager to contribute.

    Abhi Muchhal - Product @ Tenent

  • From day one, Charlie created a safe space with his contagious energy, making sure everyone's voice was heard, especially those who may be shy.

    Marc Baselga – Founder & CEO @ Supra

  • Charlie delves into areas that enable you to maximize efficiency while staying true to your values, igniting motivation and inspiration within your team!

    Tony Demarco - Chief Medical Officer @ GoodVets

  • Charlie coaches in a deeply empathetic manner and serves as a true role model.

    Hugh Love - Product Manager @ YouTube

  • I was able to be more productive and efficient, enjoying more free time. It feels powerful to regain control.

    Casey Weathers - Pitching Coordinator @ Cincinnati Reds

  • His coaching gave me what I needed to lead my team during a tough transition, while setting expectations with leadership.

    Adriana Soliz - Customer Success @ Contentful

  • Working with Charlie has been a beacon of clarity in a murky phase of my career.

    Chris Lee - Founder @ Scout

  • I wanted to continue to fine tune my executive presence as part of my account management goals - shifting my style and content to make the most out of the often limited time we get.

    Danny Flynn - Customer Success Executive @ Zendesk

meet charlie

My journey has been an incredible ride—from signing a pro baseball contract and living out my childhood dream to leading groundbreaking training sessions for top-notch companies worldwide. But it hasn't always been smooth sailing. I've faced my share of challenges, including six months of rejection due to a perceived lack of 'relevant' work experience. It's been a journey of redefining my identity beyond the realm of a professional athlete.

touching base

with CHARLIE RUIZ