Whether it’s a staff meeting or a Groundwater Week meet and greet, let purpose drive your interactions.

Good workers in challenging drilling, construction jobs often have career options. Good leaders support them.

Open dialogue upfront about expectations on both sides can help drilling, construction hiring and retention.

Pride doesn’t have to precede a downfall if team leaders approach it with a proper sense of balance.

Think about a major project at the resource level, develop a manageable to-do list and avoid being overwhelmed.

Good leaders celebrate small wins along the way, help construction and drilling teams keep eye on completion.

From drilling jobs to construction projects, leadership looks for the right time to elevate folks who are ready.

When a team — on a drill project or baseball diamond — has a bad season, change in focus can be catalyst for success.

The next man or woman who fills your role can benefit from training, a hand-off with intention.

Having standards for filling a position helps; but if that’s all you look for, you may miss good candidates.