Ruben is known as The Luge Man. He’s the first person to compete in 4 Olympics over 4 different decades. He talks to me how had the dream - and the perseverance - to become an Olympian, and how finding mentors is the key to unlocking success. Ruben’s also homeschooled his kids (now 15 and 18) from Day 1, which gives us a lot to talk about with Covid… Contents<ul><li>0m 45s: Who is The Luge Man?</li><li>5m 53s: Did you really pick the luge by process of elimination?</li><li>7m 40s: Finding a mentor, being shy, and food stamps</li><li>15m 35s: Would you change anything about your journey?</li><li>18m 30s: My kids on finding their own Olympics</li><li>24m 15s: Homeschooling</li><li>31m 33s: 90 minute chunks of time</li><li>33m 49s: Best advice for new parents</li></ul><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/careerdad">Support the show</a>

Did you really pick the luge by process of elimination?

Finding a mentor, being shy, and food stamps

Would you change anything about your journey?

I'll do it when..., with Chris Thomas

Welcome to The Career Dad Show!This podcast is all about supporting modern-day dads. Dads who work hard for a rewarding career... but not at the expense of their family. Dads who want to climb the career ladder, but also want to take the kids to school. Dads who don't want to make a choice between getting promoted, or being a parent. Work. Family. Balance.In each episode I speak to an amazing guest and focus in on their story. Throughout the series we cover all the topics dads want to talk about: paternity leave, changing jobs, dealing with guilt, concerns about being a present father, working abroad, emigrating, insane commutes, starting a business, coping with loss, smashing down stereotypes… the list goes on.So go ahead – give it a listen. Enjoy!