The layoffs are coming in large portions, I don’t think anyone can argue that, and even If I survive all of the layoff waves that are coming, I'm not sure that I want to stay at the company, as it drifted far away from the way it used to be. I know things aren’t the best at any O&G company, but I figure that anywhere is better than here. Any tips on where to apply after CHK? How does the competition look at ex CHK employees anyway?
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I left the industry and went back to my prior stable career, I took a pay cut but now make more money and zero stress of layoffs or O&G economy.
Sometimes a step back to make progress is needed.
The problem with ex-CHKers is their minds. They have been infected with norms of +20% AFEs, 120 day out billing, and pay-too-much leasing strategies. Their inabilities pushed the company to have 10x too many people per project, fire nine and retain the bobbleheads who fit the desirable demographics for corporate America. I look forward to seeing the campus converted to an old folks home.
Agreed with those who have already responded. If you can get with a small O & G Company or operator. They are not out there with that kind of debt and really are in it for their investors as well as making money. Small is good.
Expand your skill set, your mindset, and get out of the oil & gas industry! I’m saying this as a former DVN & CHK employee. Get an advanced degree and know there are industries that are growing instead of shrinking and dying out. There will always be a demand for healthcare, education, technology. Focus on what you’re passionate about and make it happen!
Leave the industry.
It really isn’t the end of the world. The market is hot with jobs.
We (I work for an O&G competitor) typically get a flood of CHK applicants for any posted OKC position. So many are trying to jump off the same sinking ship.
Ex-Chesapeake people are everywhere. We’ve had layoffs for the better part of a decade now. I have friends at Continental, Devon, SandRidge, EOG, Marathon, Apache, etc. who were former coworkers. Just get your resume out there and hope for the best.
Apply at every company that might have a need for your skills, knowledge and experience. No such thing as applying to too many companies.