In this episode we discuss the oil market and what the resurgence of drilling activity means for the sector here in Houston. We also look at the latest metro Houston job figures from the Texas Workforce Commission and why they seem just too good to be true.  We're joined once again by Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski.  Topics covered include:  Changes in the rig count nationwide.  The different dynamics affecting production and employment in the energy industry.  How many jobs officials say Houston has created this year and why the numbers may be circumspect.  What 2023 is likely to bring.    Bayou Business Download is presented exclusively by:         

In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we talk about Houston's record job creation in the first half of 2022, which sectors are gaining and which are losing, as well as what resiliency Houston has against a possible recession. We're joined once again by Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski.  We also look at:  Metro Houston's current job total, which is a new record.  Which sectors are more resilient than others.  What practical steps individuals can take to make themselves more "recession-resilient."    Bayou Business Download is presented exclusively by:              Visit Website