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.

Description: Networking—love it or hate it, it’s essential for career success.Having a strong network requires conscious effort to maintain connections and build new relationships.Now that our world and workplace is increasingly virtual, how can we successfully build and maintain our networks virtually? At the conclusion of this session, you’ll be able to: · Use practical exercises to improve your virtual networking skills. · Understand the importance of networking formally and informally. · Effectively participate in or host team building within your organization.

Description: Self-management is your ability to use awareness of your emotions to stay flexible and direct your behavior positively. When you understand what you are feeling, you can effectively choose how to react. Knowing your individual tendencies can help you prepare for future events by consciously deciding to change or adjust your behavior when certain situations occur. The article shares strategies, examples and personal insights to illustrate how to develop the skill of self-management.

Description: A real life situation is posed involving a management, leadership, or other business decision, and readers are invited to submit the irresponses to "What Would You Do?" This issue’s case study involved a staff performance issue faced by an actuary new to management.

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

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: Generation Z was born between 1997 and 2012. They represent 25% of the world’s population and will make up 27% of the workforce by 2025. While they may be young, Gen Z bring important characteristics to the actuarial profession. They possess a deep understanding of emerging technology and digital platforms, having grown up in a world characterized by rapid innovation and limitless connectivity. In addition to their technical know-how, Gen Z also demonstrates strong EQ and interpersonal skills, such as adaptability, inclusiveness, social consciousness, and resilience, which equip them to navigate complex challenges and drive positive change in the workplace.

Description: Join the PAI-SOA Joint Seminar to connect with actuaries, insurance, finance, and investment professionals from Indonesia, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond. Enhance your professional knowledge and connections in this collaborative environment.

Description: The SOA Decision-Making and Communication e-course builds on the skills actuaries need to make decisions when many stakeholders are involved.

Description: Discusses the impact Culture has on a team through review of Daniel Coyle's book "The Culture Code". Highlighting application of Daniel's "Ideas for Action" in the author's work & personal life.