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Jake Carter

Jake has worked in oil and gas operations for over a decade across upstream and midstream. He writes ranked industry lists, real talk about energy careers, and the practical picks that the trade press tends to miss. Currently based in Texas after years on rigs and field work.

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Careers

5 Oil & Gas Career Paths Worth Considering in 2026

Oil and gas careers have changed substantially over the past decade. Here are 5 paths actually worth considering now, with honest takes…

Jake Carter May 3, 2026 5 min read

Equipment

7 Oilfield Equipment Pieces Actually Worth What Vendors Charge

Most oilfield equipment marketing is either generic specs or sponsored content. Here are 7 categories where the premium price actually delivers commensurate…

Jake Carter May 3, 2026 4 min read

Basin Picks

6 US Oil & Gas Basins Ranked by Where the Work Actually Is

Most basin rankings are based on outdated production data or analyst projections. Here are the 6 main US basins ranked by where…

Jake Carter May 3, 2026 5 min read