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Red Adair (June 18, 1915 - August 7, 2004) was an American firefighter and legend in the oil industry, known as the "oil well firefighter hero." Born in Houston, Texas, he dedicated his life to extinguishing dangerous oil well fires and blowouts. He founded Red Adair Co., which became one of the world's leading oil well firefighting companies. His work took him to oil fields across the United States, Middle East, Africa, and beyond, making him a legendary figure in global petroleum industry safety.

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Expensive Hiring

Author:Red Adair

“If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur.”

Ifs Thinking Jobs Waiting Design Designer Expensive Programming Statistics Inspirational Design Inspirational Graphic Design Design Inspiration Art Design

Author:Red Adair

“It scares you: all the noise, the rattling, the shaking. But the look on everybody's face when you're finished and packing, it's the best smile in the world; and there's nobody hurt, and the well's under control.”

World Wells Looks Faces Hurt Smile Finished Noise Scare Shaking Packing Best Smile

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“Retire? I don't know what that word means. As long as a man is able to work and he's productive out there and he feels good - keep at it.”

Knows Men Feels Mean Long Able Feel Good Productive Retiring

Author:Red Adair