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Oilfield A-lister: "Claytie" Williams

By: Mycah Glover
Updated: November 25, 2010
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In order to have a successful career in the oil business, you have to be willing to risk a lot in order to make a lot, knowing there's always a chance you could lose a lot. After spending more than half a century in the petroleum industry, that's something that this week's featured "Oilfield A-Lister" knows all too well. But according to oilman Clayton Williams, the reward that comes from drilling a good well, makes the loss of drilling a dry well worth every penny.

Click on the video to see a glimpse in to the life of oilman "Claytie" Williams, including his childhood growing up on a Ft. Stockton ranch, his time at A&M and the events that led him to the oil industry. Williams also shares his thoughts on politics and some life-changing experiences that has helped him become a better person and businessman.





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