Description: Can we learn anything about business success, or better yet about life, from the world of politics? One would presume not, given the seeming vast gulf between these realms. Yet perhaps this personal tale of a challenge I undertook decades ago might shed some light on how independent actuaries (and entrepreneurs in other corners of business) might adopt a refreshing perspective that advances, or even transforms, their current actuarial practice’s trajectory.

Description: The incoming E&R chair for the coming year reflects on past accomplishments of the E&R council, acknowledges with thanks contributors, and looks forward to continuation in the coming year.

Description: Andy Rallis delivers his speech at the presidential luncheon of the SOA 2019 SOA Annual Meeting & Exhibit in Toronto.

Description: The author shares their experiences and timeline in building an actuarial science program from scratch and reaching the Advanced Curriculum level

Description: Patrick Ring chaired the Retirement Section Council’s (RSC) Communication Committee for many years before stepping down earlier this year. Learn more about his insights on the RSC Communication Committee's work.

Description: The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Board of Directors (Board) gathered in Chicago March 16–17 for its first meeting of the year. Among key topics on the agenda were the FSA pathway evolution update, Board elections, strategic planning and the use of AI in the workforce.

Description: This article discusses two perspectives covering the experience of attending and presenting at in-person conferences after COVID-19. It also briefly covers the value of attending conferences, volunteering, and networking.

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.

Description: Providing ways to master the art of soft skills and embracing agility to propel actuarial success in today's market.

Description: Latest installment in a series covering the application of Buddhist principles to the working world of actuaries. This installment specifically addresses how the desires and wishes of actuaries are never truly satisfied but rather just shift to other wants and desires, and what actuaries can do to find more peace in their workplace and careers.