David Armendariz

A professional head shot is “LinkedIn 101.” But could other simple mistakes be impacting your LinkedIn credibility?

This white paper investigates the complex factors that have made it difficult for Houston-based oil and gas companies to successfully recruit and develop technical leaders. These factors include the departure of talent to other industries, the rise in Baby Boomer retirement and the “Big Crew Change”, and top talent’s reluctance to leave their current employers. Additionally, the paper presents a step-by-step strategy to help companies assess their current leadership needs, maximize available… Show more

This white paper investigates the complex factors that have made it difficult for Houston-based oil and gas companies to successfully recruit and develop technical leaders. These factors include the departure of talent to other industries, the rise in Baby Boomer retirement and the “Big Crew Change”, and top talent’s reluctance to leave their current employers. Additionally, the paper presents a step-by-step strategy to help companies assess their current leadership needs, maximize available talent, and consider opportunities for outside-industry recruitment. Show less

The economy is constantly changing; however, we have not experienced the kind of change that has occurred over the past couple of years in quite some time. In my experience, I’ve realized that during economic changes, people want to be led, and your management style and practices may need to be altered.

A native of Houston and a graduate of the University of Houston, I’ve spent my entire life in this city and have watched it mature and expand into a major metropolitan area. Due to the economic and business growth in the area, young professionals in Houston now have many more options for thriving both personally and professionally in the Space City.

In the world of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and so much more, can you even make a human connection beyond the digital touch? I believe it’s both possible and necessary. Gone are the ages of B2B or B2C. If you want to stand out, learn the art of H2H – or human to human connection on social media.

Sometimes there’s a real difference between what you’re good at and what you love to do. Sometimes there’s not and they are one and the same—these are the really lucky folks who don’t have to do much work trying to find a career path. For those who don’t know what to do next professionally or which direction you want to go in, here are some tips on how to find a career path.

As videoconferencing plays an increasing role in the interview process, job candidates must use the technology to their advantage.

Technical expertise and dynamic leadership are not mutually exclusive. Finding a true balance between technical and leadership skills requires understanding your company’s strategic objectives and operational culture.

This white paper explores pertinent topics within the industry regarding how to recruit technical leaders and providing training and mentoring programs to facilitate their progress.

With the influx of mobile devices – smartphones, tablets, laptops – and the widespread availability of internet and Wi-Fi connectivity, the 9-5 era of workplace traditionalism has evolved Employers and employees alike are embracing the notion that boundaries between the home and office are loosely interwoven and that a culture of connectivity bridges this formerly transparent divide.