Description: This book explores diplomatic strategy in an historical context. Many of the lessons in the book are useful to business decision-makers.

Description: The program is divided into three related, but independent, modules. The Business Execution Module includes a variety of highly interactive sessions on topics such as leadership competencies, business execution, strategic planning, and building a high-performance culture.

Description: An article summarizing the SOA Asia-Pacific Annual Symposium held June 12 - 13, 2024.

Description: Think of all the documentation you as an actuary are expected to write: emails, status reports, business plans, white papers, case studies, user guides, pricing and methodology manuals, policies, procedures, regulatory submissions, and more. But while you’ve been formally taught many skills to qualify as an actuary, how to write well is probably not one of them. Fortunately, writing well is not some esoteric skill only available to those with a gift for it. Sure, a little talent helps—but knowing and applying some tricks from professional writers will greatly enhance your ability to communicate even the most complex ideas clearly and simply.

Description: With increasing demand for quality new-hires, it is increasingly important to hire the most impactful employees. Actuaries who think creatively can have a disproportionately positive effect on their employers. In this article, we discuss how to identify this type of person during the interview process.

Description: This article provides key themes of effective project management and case studies to illustrate their successful application. Key learning outcomes are: • To understand project management goals and key themes for success • For students, be empowered to manage. For managers, empower students to develop project management skills in tandem with their technical skillset

Description: This article contains tips for meeting people, building relationships and furthering your career in a simple, fun and authentic way.

Description: "In this video titled Balancing Act: Managing Work and Life as an Actuary, Dave Dillon emphasizes the importance of time management, stress management, and work-life balance. He shares his strategies for prioritizing tasks, carving out dedicated time for personal activities, and embracing physical fitness to enhance mental clarity and creativity. Dave highlights the significance of balancing intense work periods with essential downtime to maintain long-term mental health and overall well-being. He encourages others to find their own balance for long-term success and happiness.

Description: The program is divided into three related, but independent, modules. The Communication Skills Module includes a variety of highly interactive sessions on topics such as influencing strategies, simplifying complex information, presentation skills, and professional brand.

Description: This article covers the importance of letting teams lead you as a leader, that it's okay to admit you're not okay even at work, and that it's important to find informal ways for virtual teams to connect.