Description: How to create the hooks in your presentations that keep the listener at the level of maximum engagement, and provide interesting jumping off points for further questions. Instead of worrying if you've told people enough, put your attention to always leaving them wanting to know more.

Description: This article shows readers' responses to a case study presented in the April 2010 issue of Stepping Stone. The part time in house actuary for a defined benefits pension plan feels the plan is under funded and recommends corrective action. The needed corrections are not felt needed by senior management.

Description: A discussion of why so few actuaries break through the “math ceiling” to emerge as true business leaders. Certain skills and behaviors necessary for effective leadership are not innate in people drawn to the actuarial profession.

Description: An overview of Management and Personal Development Section sessions at upcoming meetings.

Description: The authors share eight vulnerabilities that leaders need to watch out for.

Description: Listing of upcoming MPD sessions at future meetings.

Description: Feature article offering interviewing advice for candidates on how to manage tension.

Description: An article that helps actuaries understand that often the tiniest of margins makes a big difference in career success.

Description: How to narrow your focus or niche for business success.

Description: Eight steps to achieving a personal goal.