He went from washing lab equipment for $10 an hour to leading a $30 billion healthcare company. His advice to Gen Z: Raise your hand

Dexcom CEO Jake Leach, who now leads a roughly $30 billion healthcare company, began his career washing lab equipment for $10 an hour before rising to the top job. In a message aimed at Gen Z workers, Leach said the key to advancement is volunteering for the tasks others avoid rather than angling for a promotion. His advice centers on raising your hand for unglamorous or difficult work as a way to build trust and visibility inside an organization. The comments come as younger employees increasingly seek faster paths to career growth and clearer signals from employers about advancement.