Is Self-Prioritization Selfish? Massiel Diez on Mastering Personal Branding, Family and Career Balance | Oil and Gas Breaking Bias

In this engaging conversation, Massiel Diez, Schlumberger and Co-Host of Flipping The Barrel Podcast shares her journey from immigrating to Canada to becoming a successful professional in the oil and gas industry. She discusses the biases she faced, the importance of representation, and how her background shaped her career. The discussion also covers the evolution of the industry, the significance of personal branding, the balance between work and personal life. Massiel emphasizes the need for self-reflection and the importance of taking charge of one's career path. Takeaways Massiel immigrated to Canada for a better future. Representation in the industry is crucial for attracting talent. Alberta offers significant opportunities in the oil and gas sector. The oil and gas industry has evolved in terms of professionalism and safety. Personal branding is essential for career advancement. Work-life balance is achievable with the right priorities. Self-care is the foundation for being able to care for others. Networking is key to career success. The industry needs to market its positive contributions more effectively. Self-reflection is necessary to ensure you're on the right path. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to a Trailblazer in Oil and Gas 07:36 Career Journey in the Oil Field 15:59 The Impact of Flipping The Barrel Podcast 23:05 Personal Branding and Career Growth 32:07 The Importance of Personal Branding Keywords oil and gas, personal branding, career growth, diversity, industry evolution, self-discovery, work-life balance, immigrant experience, engineering, podcasting, Flipping The Barrel, Podcast