CRUDE COMMUNICATION
An oilfield book sharing industry stories on how to improve your communication skills
for today's oilfield.
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By [Travis McCaughey]
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Who should read this book?
Anyone who operates in oil and gas who wants to build their interpersonal skills. Who wants to build better teams. Who wants to get along with people better. Who wants to move up the corporate ladder. Whether you’re a new hire or foreman or just started roustabouting, this book will give you real-life stories to show you how to improve your communication skils.
Why should you read this book?
If you’ve been waiting for someone to send you to training or show you how to get a long with people, STOP. Crude Communication is your guide to improving your communication skills without scouring the internet. It focuses on real world stories and tips, taken from seasoned oil and gas people who have seen what has worked and not worked. Packed with the information I wish someone would have told me early in my career.
Who shouldnt read this book?
You don't think communication is relevant to the oil and gas industry. You think communication is easy and you're afraid of change. You have it all figured out. If you're dead, set on learning the hard way.
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Author
Travis McCaughey, An experienced oil and gas operator with 15+ years of experience. Alaskan, dedicated to a career in the oil and gas industry since 2006. With an associate's degree in Process Technology from Kenai Peninsula College. A passionate advocate for continuous improvement, his experience across oil, gas, and pipelines drives his commitment to enhancing field operations. He looks forward to shaping emerging talent and making lasting contributions to the industry.