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Originally Posted by AlphaGator
I wasn't being boastful or humorous. But if you understood the process of producing a well from start to finish you would understand whati meant. I know you're no oilfield hand. And yes...multi million dollar decisions. My decision of whether the connections of the final production string are good enough to be sent downhole IS a multi million $$$ decision. And when you have a string of pipe worth nearly $350k besides all the rest of the charges and such. Everything comes down to that production string before frac job puts it into production and then finishing the production end of putting it into sales. So if you're a perspective english major or correcting my mistakes...my bad. Sleep deprivation is the key to alot of mumbo jumbo. Otherwise...respect to your opinion.
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Good for you! That kind of work isn't something I know but the long and unpredictable hours are--often coupled with volatility that is beyond our control. There are more guys in that situation than many would like to understand: paramedics, salesmen, repairmen, consultants, and anyone at the mercy of the airlines to get us some place on time.
A few suggestions that have worked for me, and may or may not work for you:
--Pre screen! The last thing you need is to find a traveling lady who interests you, but by the time references check out she has moved on. P411, D-C also help.
--Let her know up front. Tell her that you have a volatile schedule. Explain that you are interested in seeing her, and see what ideas she may have to smooth out things that way. Some can't/won't, but others may well do so. When you do schedule, let her know with certainty that your schedule can be uncertain--she is a lot more likely to understand than if you just cancel without notice.
--When you do find a nice one and it works out, TREAT HER WELL. By that I'm not talking $$$ (though a little tip is always nice). More than that, a small gift, especially if you have exchanged a few e-mails/phone calls along the way and you know what she likes. Let her know that you realize she took a risk scheduling you, and you sincerely appreciate her doing that--when someone does a favor or takes a chance on you, they really like to know it was appreciated.
--That's when it's the time to talk up the opportunity based upon your and other guys' situation. She may not be interested, but she might find it an interesting opportunity. If she does, make sure you write her a good review and pass her name to your Eccie associates in the area. It does seem like the kind of thing that might be very good for all involved.
Anyway, hope some of that might be helpful.
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