In this podcast we say goodbye to Dallas as he leaves us to start the next phase of his development. Change is good when it's done for the right reasons. Yes, transitions are tough, but the rewards are so much more enjoyable when you're not afr

It's ok to celebrate success but check your ego first!

Jul 17th, 2017 24m 44s

In today's world of "look at me" sports and social media, too many people let their mouth and actions ruin great accomplishments in the work place. In this episode Dallas and Mike talk about the importance of "checking your ego" at the door whe

The Power of Progress

Jul 3rd, 2017 17m 47s

In this episode Dallas and Mike talk about the power of progress and how if you're not challenging yourself everyday to improve, sooner or later opportunities (and life) will pass you by.

Why you should never let money be your primary motivator

Jun 25th, 2017 34m 2s

In this episode Dallas and Mike take about the importance of seeing the big picture when it comes to opportunities in the market place.

So you want operational excellence? Get rid of your KPIs!

May 25th, 2017 30m 16s

Have you ever wondered why your organization struggles to meet its performance goals? With all the KPIs, data analytics, and software driven solutions on the market today the one thing that will never change is the importance of frontline leade

Stopping Employment Fraud in the Oil and Gas Industry

May 15th, 2017 35m 35s

FRAUDULENT EMPLOYMENT OFFER SCAMS... Time to stop the BS with companies posting fake employment opportunities and taking advantage of hard working people who are just trying to get back to work!

You got to get back to the basics for performance excellence

May 10th, 2017 14m 38s

How important is muscle memory? In our fast-paced world, getting back to the basics is sometimes more important than trying to advance our skills and knowledge. In this episode of the Deepwater Subsea podcast, Dallas Bozeman and Michael Fry tal

How to achieve operational excellence in a downturned market

Apr 28th, 2017 19m 11s

So you're looking to achieve operational excellence but you don't know how. In this podcast Michael Fry and Dallas Bozeman talk about Deepwater Subsea's operational excellence initiative and the value it's bringing to organizations worldwide.

Powerful Interview with OATH Inc Founder Gary Bartels

Apr 12th, 2017 45m 29s

Dallas and Mike had the opportunity to spend some time with OATH Inc founder Gary Bartels. In this interview you'll learn all about what OATH is doing these days for veterans and their families as well as an amazing event that pairs children of

Performance-based Assessments and the Failure of Training in Oil & Gas

Dec 6th, 2016 31m 10s

The value of performance-based knowledge assessments and why your current training providers are stealing your money.

Stay clear of the spirit world - Tomorrow is a new day!

Nov 23rd, 2016 21m 30s

For many the holiday season is a time of extreme stress and sadness. In this episode we talk about keeping a positive mindset and how staying away from the "spirit world" just might be the answer!

Growing up stressed - A lesson for any coach, parent, or business leader

Nov 17th, 2016 25m 23s

This is a life lesson for anyone who wants to get the very best out of their team.

The "Me, Myself, and I" of Professional Development

Nov 15th, 2016 25m 12s

Sometimes in life you have to look out for "Me, Myself, and I". In this episode we talk about the challenges new leaders face as well as those times where looking our for #1 might be the only option you truly have.

You can't fight "city hall" so stop wasting your time and energy!

Nov 14th, 2016 23m 58s

You know the old saying that you "cant fight city hall"? For some that message doesn't apply but in our oil and gas industry "CITY HALL" is the federal government and in the end they always win!

The US Election and it's effect on tomorrows Oil and Gas Industry

Nov 9th, 2016 15m 34s

So Trump has won the Whitehouse... What does that mean to you as an oil and gas professional?

Why it's important to see the big picture! (oh and some politics)

Nov 3rd, 2016 20m 6s

In this episode we talk about the need for seeing the big picture and how poor planning will cause the walls of Babylon to come crashing down!

Stop pretending like you really follow them - Procedural Drift

Jun 29th, 2016 19m 27s

"Procedural drift" is the slow and steady uncoupling of practice from written procedure. Basically it's people doing work without following the procedures. In this episode Dallas and Michael talk about procedural drift and how it's something th

What it takes to break in as a new leader in today's oil & gas industry

Jun 22nd, 2016 19m 13s

Breaking in as a new leader is a challenge for even the most seasoned veteran. In this episode Dallas and Michael share their insights on successful ways to join a new team and what it takes to break out of the mold of being the new NUB (Non-us

The Great Crew Change - It no longer exists! (Episode 004)

Jun 16th, 2016 14m 31s

All this talk about the "Great Crew Change" and how we are in trouble as an industry in the coming years. Guess what... The great crew change in Oil & Gas is over thanks to the downturn we're facing. In this episode, Mike and Dallas discuss how

Q&A - Why isn't anyone responding to my resume? (Episode 003)

Jun 10th, 2016 17m 40s

In this episode we talk with Matt Fuhrman, Founder of Core Group Resources. We discuss the question of "why isn't anyone responding to my resume?" and what you can do to maximize the chance of you getting an interview in a competitive market.

Introduction to the "Dirty Dozen" - The 12 major causes of accidents and incidents in the workplace (Episode 002)

Jun 9th, 2016 10m 22s

In this episode, Dallas and I introduce you to the "dirty dozen" which are the 12 major causes of accidents and incidents in the workplace.

Industry update, Q&A, and how to maximize your summer internships - (Episode 001)

Jun 7th, 2016 16m 16s

In this episode of The Oil & Gas Institute podcast, Dallas and Mike talk about the current state of the oil & gas industry, what the near-term future holds, and what you should do if you're looking to intern this summer.

Welcome to The Oil & Gas Institute Podcast - (Episode 000)

Jun 7th, 2016 7m 33s

Dallas and I would like to welcome you to episode 000 of The Oil & Gas Institutes podcast. In this episode we discuss why we created the show, what you can expect when you listen to it, and most importantly what the future holds.

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