Description: This article is about how to develop vision statements, both corporate and individual.

Description: This article introduces benefits and processes of the Living Systems Approach the goal of which is to provide the catalyst for the transformation of the individual and the organization into purposeful, collaborative and accountable teams.

Description: A compilation of reader responses is presented to a real life situation involving a dilemma facing an actuary, about how and when to discuss a valuation issue.

Description: This article is about developing your professional skills, attitude, and networking ability and broadening your areas of expertise so that you stand out as an individual in the competitive marketplace.

Description: This is the first installment of a two-part series that aims to provide valuable insights on how a new (re)insurance company can become an attractive destination for actuaries (Part I) and then how to retain them (Part II), thereby facilitating the company’s long-term growth.

Description: This article provides a model to assist teaching and coaching. It has been used to improve relationships and performance both in individual situations and in group settings.

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: Executives often tell subject matter experts such as actuaries, “You should think more strategically!” But the executives never define what they mean by “thinking more strategically”. This article defines the skills actuaries need to be perceived as being more strategic. It will provide practical steps actuaries can take to gain more strategic influence and escape the trap of being perceived as only a subject matter expert who provides limited strategic value.

Description: A compilation of reader responses is presented to a real life situation involving communication (or lack thereof) between two young actuaries.

Description: A compilation of reader responses is presented to a real life situation posed involving a management, leadership, or other business decision. This issue’s case study involved a career decision by a near FSA.