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About to be Laid Off? 5 Things you NEED to do to Protect Yourself

It’s unfortunate that while the oilfield and construction industries experience times of great prosperity, they also face situations in which companies shut down and employees are laid off due to shortage of work. Those caught in the ebb and flow of these businesses must take steps to protect themselves from an impending lay-off. Hearing the news that you are going to be laid off can be shocking and stressful. It’s important in those times to stay focused and look ahead in order to financially...

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Laid off? Here's 50 things you can do TODAY

You’re laid off – now what? Apart from the administrative steps you should take following a lay-off, you now have time not only to nurse the wounds of losing your job but also to focus on yourself for once. If you’re in a lay-off situation, here are 50 things you can do with your time: 1. Take the Opportunity to Travel There may be contract work in other cities or states/provinces. Take this opportunity to travel and still earn an income. 2. Speak to a Lawyer Who knows? There may be grounds...

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How to Spot an Online Recruitment Scam

Have you ever heard the saying, "If it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t?" Don’t get us wrong - online recruitment is an amazing resource for those of you seeking employment, especially in the oil and gas industry. It can be a great way to find everyhing from entry level jobs like laborers in Texas to high paying offshore jobs. However, as with anything on the Internet, it is important to take precautions. Online recruitment can, unfortunately, be a hotspot for scammers. To help keep yo...

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Want To Make $100k+ With Zero Experience? Q&A & Tips with Beau Rogel

Finding Oilfield & Pipeline Jobs & Q&A with Beau Rogel You wanna work in the oil field? Here’s the simplest way to make 100k plus with zero experience... Thinking about working in Oil & Gas? Industry worker (and Youtube personality) Beau Rogel recently put together a video where he lays it all on the line, chatting about the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to working Oilfield & Pipeline. We've got a breakdown below, along with his actual video at the end of the post. Enjoy, and hope...

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What Is Spring Break-Up & What Does It Mean For Oilfield Workers?

Not spring break – there are no beaches, beer bongs, or babes here. No. Spring break-up is a lot less glamourous and definitely not as fun as the similarly named weeklong annual college vacay. So then what is it that we are referring to? What Is Spring Break-Up? Spring break-up describes the time of year when the oil industry, specifically across western Canada, slows down due to the melting snow and frost that causes the ground to become soft and muddy. Why Does Spring Break-Up Take Place?...

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