Cuban in Texas: "If you don't like to work, what are you doing in the United States?"

In a recent TikTok video, the Cuban user @yilynubiapedro shared a clear and straightforward message about the realities of work and money in the United States.

In her video, Yily addressed those who think that money grows on trees in the United States, reminding them that "the only thing that grows on trees is leaves and sometimes a little flower," and directly asked, if they don't like working, what are they doing in the country.

The young woman, who lives in Texas after moving from Miami, also reacted to those who criticize her work.

"You won't see me without money. I love money. Listen, if there's cleaning to be done here, I'll clean, if there's scrubbing to be done there, I'll scrub. What I can't do is see myself without money," he said to them and questioned those who expect life to present them with the perfect job. "How many certifications do you have? What is your level of English? Do you speak English fluently? How many bachelor's and doctorate degrees do you have?" he asked them.

Their message is clear: in the United States, you have to do whatever it takes to get ahead, especially if you are an immigrant who doesn't know the language or have a well-paid profession. "Here, you have to do whatever it takes," they pointed out directly.

The video has generated various reactions among TikTok users: "After being here for 20 years, I was finally able to study on my own with a child and burn the midnight oil to become a professional and earn much better today"; "Don't pay attention if they criticize you, it's a sign that you're on the right track and your shine bothers them, keep going and many blessings to you and your beautiful family"; "That's the attitude, congratulations"; "Same here, I work in whatever, blessings," some said.

"Exactly"; "Pure reality, God bless you"; "That's the way to talk, you are very clear, blessings"; "Exactly, you have to work in whatever it is"; and "Blessings to you, that's the attitude. I am 66 years old and still working here at Walmart," others commented in their messages, reflecting a variety of experiences and opinions, but sharing a common denominator: the recognition of the need to work hard to get ahead in the United States.