Description: An essay on how the lyrics of the Simon and Garfunkel hit song helps the author keep perspective and be a better leader by slowing down and taking the time to listen and lead.

Description: In the Leadership & Development Section’s Leadership Inspiration Contest, entrants were asked to tell us what inspired them to be a better actuarial leader. Carlos Arocha submitted an entry from the “Defining Moment/Event” category.

Description: The latest installment in a series of articles inspired by the book "Awake at Work" by Michael Carroll that applies Buddhist philosophy to workplace situations. This series applies such philosophy to situations that actuaries regularly encounter. This installment uses the author's trials and tribulations in learning how to stand on his head to illustrate key Buddhist principles in fear and risk that actuaries can apply in their professional growth.

Description: The article describes my career in Diversity, starting at the workplace, and continuing during my current service on the Board. Readers should get ideas as to how they too can work towards improving Diversity and Inclusion in our workplaces and our profession.

Description: A case study involving a senior actuarial student and a former actuarial student who aren't on the same page.

Description: A compilation of reader responses to a real life management situation in which one actuary went over his boss's head.

Description: The wisdom of King Solomon provides a management tip that can help empower employees and bring value to companies through higher levels of engagement.

Description: A real life situation is posed involving a boss who is over-managing, and readers are invited to submit their responses to "What Would You Do?"

Description: A critical skill (and path to greater satisfaction) is learning how to say no professionally, without getting a reputation as unhelpful, or for making excuses.

Description: Author explains how mentoring helps maximize the development and growth of individuals and teams.