I thought it would be interesting for those ex-CGG guys here to share how things have gone career-wise since they left. Given the industry situation, most of us had to look outside O&G to opportunities. Also a significant number of us do quite unique and specialized jobs not really found elsewhere in other industries which adds to the challenge.
While a lot of us may not have any sympathy for CGG the entity, I'm sure we still have thoughts for those people that we enjoyed working with still remaining. The answers could be a way for people to get some inspiration (or at the very least wake up and realize that they need to have a plan should the worst happen).
Here are several questions to help guide your response but feel free not answer any q or add more info where necessary.
Optional CGG Background Info (be as clear or as vague as you feel comfortable):
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Which region or country you were from?
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Which division you were from?
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Which of your previous roles you identified most with (i.e. not necessarily the last one before you left)
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Circumstances of your departure: Voluntary or forced, when?
Current situation:
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What are you doing now?
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if different job type and/or industry than O&G, what challenges did you face?
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Any advice for someone looking for a similar move