Careers

James Orr discusses how the ability to influence is fundamental to career success and requires management of unconscious bias

Gamblers could tell us a lot about how risk-seeking people view insurance, argues Adeetya Tantia

IFoA president Tan Suee Chieh and Diversity Advisory Group chair Chika Aghadiuno speak to editor Dan Georgescu about how the actuarial profession must evolve to better reflect society’s ethnic and social diversity

Moving between industry and academia can provide great personal insight, as the second part in our series shows

Julian Maynard-Smith on how to design a Microsoft Word template that works for you

During what is proving to be a difficult and stressful time for many John Taylor reflects on his own mental health experiences, and the value of reaching out

David Forfar discusses the role of Polish cryptologists – including a would-be actuary – in cracking Enigma during the Second World War

The insurance sector is currently facing unprecedented challenges, one of which is filling actuarial vacancies. A leading recruiter advises on best practice

Loa Baastrup explains how visual skills can help you become a stronger communicator and collaborator, and gives tips on how to create effective visual aids

Why is the IFoA reviewing the existing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Scheme?