56: Must-Read Book Recommendations for Aspiring Actuaries
[two_thirds] Today, I want to share with you some of the top books that I recommend for your actuarial journey. These books all speak to some of our biggest focuses at Actuarial Journey: productivity, success, and living a lifestyle of your choosing while succeeding in your career, [Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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How Well-Defined Goals Drive Success (Viktor Antonius, ASA)
[two_thirds]One of the primary factors of success is having a clear vision of what you are aiming for. Viktor shares some great stories on how this have brought exam and professional success to him. [Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last][/one_third_last]
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Making Success Habits Stick (Alex Barker)
[two_thirds]Making the right habits stick is not an easy thing to do. Alex Barker (66dayexperiment.com) spends time sharing how you can keep up your habits going forward [Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]![52 - Making Success Habits Stick - pt.1 [Alex Barker]](https://nashong.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/profile-photo-circle-150x150.jpg)
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Getting what you want through Effective Communication (Sandy Donovan)
[two_thirds]Effective communication is continually noted as a key business skill for success as an actuary. Today, we’ll learn from someone who helps others become more effective with their communication and ultimately get more of what they want![Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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Behind the Scenes Look at Actuarial Exam Writing and Grading (John Popiolek – parts 1 & 2)
[two_thirds]Ever wonder how an exam question came to be? Why are they so hard? Who dreams up what they should be? Today, we’re continuing our conversation with John Popiolek who shares his experiences as an actuarial exam grader and writer. While he’s not speaking on behalf of his employer or the SOA/CAS, his insight is something many Journeyers will find useful!.[Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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Consistently add value on the job as an actuary (John Popiolek – pt 1)
[two_thirds]Ever wonder how an exam question came to be? Why are they so hard? Who dreams up what they should be? Today, we’re continuing our conversation with John Popiolek who shares his experiences as an actuarial exam grader and writer. While he’s not speaking on behalf of his employer or the SOA/CAS, his insight is something many Journeyers will find useful!.[Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last][/one_third_last]
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46 – 47: Benefits of Building Relationships in Action (Aman Jetha)
[two_thirds]Looking to understand how building relationships looks like in action? Aman Jetha shares how building relationships has helped lead in to success in today’s interviews.[Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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45 – Building Relationships as an Introvert
[two_thirds] Building relationships is a business skill that can help every aspiring actuary get a job and excel in their career. But what if you’re an Introvert? How can you still build relationships. This episode answers that question. [Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last][/one_third_last]
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44: 3 Principles of Effective Communication for Aspiring Actuaries
[two_thirds]Getting across the message you wish to get across is both easy to do, and not easy to do. Especially when it comes to numbers, people (business colleagues and friends alike) seem to contract a curious case of the “MEGO”s – My Eyes Glaze Over. Thankfully, there are many tools and mindset considerations available to help prevent these symptoms from presenting.[Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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43: Three Myths about Communicating Effectively for Aspiring Actuaries
[two_thirds]Let’s explore three of the most common myths about communicating effectively, and explain why accepting to these myths as truth can trip you up, plus we’ll explore advice on how to sidestep the pitfalls of these myths.[Read more…] [/two_thirds][one_third_last]
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