Story by Jennifer Bubel Recently, a Tesla manager was fired after writing critical comments on LinkedIn about CEO Elon Musk. That’s got many people wondering just what’s allowed and not allowed as far as what they can write online about their job... — read more 

I attended an all hands meeting recently for my group in Houston and nearly every presenter was tripping over themselves to see who could praise the two centers one hub BTC way of working. It was like attending a cult meeting. What is going on? Do... — read more 

We interviewed a "stellar" candidate for an entry level role, the buddy was well spoken and delivered pristine answers and had perfect grades. We got thru to the offer stage and he rejected....when my bossman called him to ask why what happened.. he... — read more 

Can you share your thoughts on refinery principle engineer position. I am considered next on the bench in couple years but questioning if I really want to do this and should ki-l this idea and go in different direction now. What are pros and cons.

89% of corporate workers are facing mental health challenges Story by Pavithra Mohan Mental health resources have become a crucial corporate benefit among employers who are looking to recruit the best talent, with more and more companies now... — read more 

Tim McDonnell Updated Mar 13, 2025, 9:42am CDT ExxonMobil plans to forge ahead on increasing oil output over the next five years despite signals that the global market is already oversupplied, the company’s head of shale production told... — read more 

https://youtube.com/shorts/xrNumQ_Ug9I?si=cq3gc2hnBkXqdjRD So much winning

Story by Zayda Slabbekoorn Outside of low pay and insufficient opportunities for growth, one of the most influential reasons employees decide to leave their jobs is a bad boss, at least according to a 2021 Pew Research Center study on resignations... — read more 

Last few questions got a good conversation going, though of adding this here. Maybe filks can add from their experience as well to help younger ones figure out their out of this career mess. Everybody deserves being treated with dignity and respect... — read more 

Is it true that Management is going to lower potential CLs to reduce management positions?

The title says it all. I have worked here twenty plus years and it keeps getting worse. The new reorg is good for only the chosen and connected people. The common workers have no chance. My skills are wasted at this dysfunctional mess. I keep running... — read more 

Thinking about accepting an offer within the wells team. What are some pros and cons? Always hear so many different things but can someone enlighten me please?

We all get the fact that staffing is a black box for 90% of the org and a non concern for the 10% hi-pos( no comments on how they are chosen) what can an ordinary employee do to get into some high visibility roles? who has the most power in the... — read more 

Not a good day...

EM’s new Upstream President had meeting with President of Mozambique. I hope someone told him what the acronym LNG meant prior to the meeting.

I assume DW told all the “leaders” to crack the whip and cut costs (ie, lower headcount).

State-owned entities Saudi Aramco 1,839 MtCO2 in CO2 emissions 4.4% Coal India 1,548 3.7 CHN Energy 1,533 3.7 Jinneng Group 1,228 2.9 National Iranian Oil Co 1,262 2.8 Investor-owned companies ExxonMobil 562 1.3 Chevron 487 1.1 Shell 418... — read more 

Chevron is laying off 8000 and Shell is going to sell the chemical business in the US and Europe. Shell is expected to reduce its upstream workforce by 15 to 20 percent. How long before exxon follows? The future is bleak for oil and gas. Of course... — read more 

The recent wave of layoffs by Trump and Elon send strong signals that the federal government is not to protect worker rights. It’s about corporate greed and lining the pockets of those in power. Long, grueling hours will be the expectations and... — read more 

Wave 1 must decide if moving or not April 2. If yes, cash in hand to make move to Houston in 90 days. If no, termination June 30. Severance tbd based on # of layoffs

I hadn’t see the infamous TSA in a while, but they are back annoying “residents” in W1.

ExxonMobil buys naphtha as China petchem complex enters test runs (1) ExxonMobil's new plant to boost Asian naphtha demand (2) Complex produces high-end petrochemical products in China (3) Commercial operations expected in second quarter (4) The... — read more 

Who pays for tariffs on US energy imports? The responsibility for paying the tariffs legally falls to the importers, in this case the US companies buying the oil and petroleum products from Canada and Mexico. The companies are expected to pass along... — read more 

How many Upstreamers are needed for Permian and Guyana? (Minus) How many are Dan/Darren going to bring in from outside? (Equals) Future Jobs —————- And how many are there currently?

Seeing a lot of announcements staffing LCDC. Anyone know if it will happen or is like Baytown Blue, only exists to fleece government subsidies?

Looking for some insight from anyone actually involved in XOM & HES arbitration....what does XOM stand to gain from this arbitration? Here's the reason for my question..... If XOM loses the arbitration, then the merger completes and CVX takes over... — read more 

How is the LAO business and plant working out?

Chevron (NYSE:CVX) shares slide into the red in Wednesday's trading, -1.1%, after President Trump said he plans to revoke an oil license to operate in Venezuela, citing the country’s failure to take back migrants to the U.S as quickly as it promised... — read more 

Yesterday here in Clinton, they were chucking library books off of the back patio down into a dumpster. I bet that was done safely and ergonomically... O.o

Especially if you are a secondee. Think twice. So much downside. I am regretting it constantly.

Isn’t the BP announcement vindication? Throw out the Engine 1 and their GM buddies.

Apple plans to invest $500 billion domestically over the next four years and hire 20,000 additional workers in the U.S., the iPhone maker announced on Monday. The company's plans include building a new 250,000 square-foot manufacturing plant in... — read more 

I'm looking for recommendations to calculate whether NUA is worth it when selling some of my ExxonMobil stock in the 401K plan. I have blocks of shares ranging from 14 dollars a share up to 113 dollars a share. Would the folks from Voya be able to... — read more 

Then why have a washed out GM executive and his pals? I am not impressed by this guy.

This Dan guy is really not cool.

Here are a few of my favorites: “I need you to be a team player…” “This is an opportunity for exposure…” “Fair enough…”

Year Regular Employees At End of Year Net Income* ROCE** Research and Development Costs* Non-Service Pension and Post Retirement Expense* 2015 73,500 $16,150 7.9 $1,008 $2,099 2016 71,100 $7,840 3.9 $1,058 $1,835 2017 69,600 $19,710... — read more 

Would like to see how it's going for the new Pioneer tributes. Please comment and let everyone know how it's going and how you really feel.

Air Liquide said Friday it expects only two out of six previously awarded hydrogen projects for the U.S. Department of Energy may move forward after President Trump ended funding for clean energy projects. Air Liquide was selected in 2023 as a... — read more 

Many years ago when I was out on maternity leave, my bonus was still paid like normal while I was out on leave. Not sure if this is still the case.