You probably know that being a great entrepreneur also involves being a great leader. If you are the founder and the visionary behind the company — no one else can or should lead. While it might be difficult to define what makes a good leader effective, there are a number of habits that they tend to… Read more »
We have already seen the demand for talent in the energy industry rise due to the quick growth our industry is experiencing. The trickle of Baby Boomers retiring has started, and it is predicted that the trickle will turn to a mass exodus in as little as 5 years from now. How will the American Workforce… Read more »
Employers seek employees that will satisfy the needs of their organization. When employers post available positions, they want the best of the applicants they interview. At every available opportunity, show your prospective employer that you not only possess the necessary skills, but that you also have additional attributes that will potentially benefit their organization. Marketing… Read more »
Weather delays, mechanical problems and long security checks make air travel a hassle for business travelers. But, business travel is something we in the energy sector must deal with on a regular basis. These 4 simple steps can help minimize stress during your next business trip. Pack Light – Waiting for checked luggage to… Read more »
We have already seen the demand for talent in the energy industry rise due to the quick growth our industry is experiencing. The trickle of Baby Boomers retiring has started, and it is predicted that the trickle will turn to a mass exodus in as little as 5 years from now. How will the American Workforce… Read more »
Issues related to workforce development, retention and recruitment are leading power generators to think creatively about staff and how resources can best be deployed. Three areas that are gaining attention are talent identification and retention, cause and effect training and re-population and bench-strength recruiting. Strategies exist that can help address critical workforce needs. Talent… Read more »
You know the old saying, “when the going gets tough, the tough become successful”? Okay, well that may not be the exact saying but nonetheless it’s true. Even though our economy has hit a few rough patches over the past few years and the energy sector specifically has had to deal with hard times, some… Read more »
Going green is a lot more than just a marketing catchphrase, it’s a major factor in the energy sector. As regulations continue to slow growth of coal power generating facilities, we are now facing a new, greener reality. We saw this new reality enforced as 2013 numbers were released showing coal accounting for only 10%… Read more »
The energy sector is absolutely booming and there is a high demand for experienced, top-tier talent. With this level of demand, the supply of readily available, easily recruitable talent is shrinking. There is, however, a remedy – recruiting passive candidates. This is especially beneficial for your company when you can attract passive talent from your… Read more »
Energy consumption is on the rise, and it is predicted to grow by 56% by 2040. Therefore, the oil & gas and power industries must find people with the right skills to support this growth. However, relatively few students are opting to study science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects, despite the fact that the… Read more »
