Actuaries in Action Video Series

Are you interested in hearing what your peers have to say about trends in the profession or the type of work they’re doing? Through the Actuaries in Action series, we’ve captured the thoughts of actuaries on a variety of topics. These interviews have been conducted with both more seasoned professionals, as well as with those who have more recently joined the profession. We invite you to watch these videos to gain insight into what is being said across the profession, about the things most important to the profession.

We will continue to add additional videos over time, so please check back often to hear the latest in what actuaries have to say.

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Sitting for Exams
		Wondering what it’s like to take an actuarial exam? Looking for study tips? Watch this video to hear advice and thoughts from actuaries who have been there. Sitting for Exams

Exam Study Tips
		Recent FSAs share their experiences on the hard work, dedication and study techniques that go into preparing for exams. Exam Study Tips

Actuarial Exams: Do It Your Way
		Hear the experiences of several actuaries who have successfully completed their exams, and learn that there is more than one way to navigate the path to FSA. Actuarial Exams: Do It Your Way

The Importance of a Well-Rounded Education
		Actuarial coursework is important, but so are classes in other areas. Learn how having a well-rounded education has given these recently credentialed actuaries the foundation for a successful career. The Importance of a Well-Rounded Education

Receiving the ASA Credential
		Lots of hard work, educational experience, studying and exams go into earning your ASA credential. Hear what these leading actuaries have to say about receiving the ASA and what professional life is like, post-ASA. Receiving the ASA Credential English

Enterprise Risk Management
		Leading actuaries predict more of a role for the profession in ERM because of actuaries’ broad understanding of the insurance environment, financial markets and their highly skilled technical abilities. Learn more about why these leading actuaries think ERM is important, and the role that actuaries will play, in the latest Actuaries in Action video, Enterprise Risk Management. Enterprise Risk Management

The Actuarial Career Path
		These leading actuaries have turned a passion for math or for solving complex problems into a successful career. Learn more about how actuaries came to the profession and what they have done to get where they are today. The Actuarial Career Path English | With Chinese subtitles

Public Speaking
		Love it or hate it, public speaking is a key skill for today’s business professionals. Being able to share your theories, findings and recommendations with the public is important to demonstrating your role as at 21st century thought leader. Check out what these leading actuaries have to say about this essential skill. Public Speaking English | With Chinese subtitles

What’s Next for the Profession
		From new applications of traditional skills to increased transparency and a broader role for actuaries in today’s businesses--opportunities are endless for today’s actuaries. Hear what leading actuaries think the future of the profession holds. What’s Next for the Profession English | With Chinese subtitles

Nontraditional Roles
		The boundaries of the profession are expanding-actuarial skills are now more broadly applied than ever. Learn how these leading actuaries are applying their unique training in nontraditional ways. Nontraditional Roles English | With Chinese subtitles

Networking
		How does a professional network help you as an actuary? How can you make your network work for you? Hear what leading actuaries have to say about the importance of this career tool and how they have built and utilized their own professional network throughout their career. Networking English | With Chinese subtitles

Industry Trends
		What’s next for the actuarial profession? Hear what leading actuaries have to say about industry trends, and what’s next for the profession as a whole. Industry Trends English | With Chinese subtitles

The Competitive Advantage
		Thanks to their unique training and credentials, actuaries have a competitive advantage in the workplace. Learn why leaders in the profession think actuarial credentials give you an edge over the competition. The Competitive Advantage English | With Chinese subtitles

Moving Ideas Forward
		Actuaries are uniquely qualified to move ideas forward in business. Learn how. Moving Ideas Forward English | With Chinese subtitles

C-Suite Interaction
		Today, more than ever, actuaries are making important contributions to the C-Suite. Hear about events where these leading actuaries gained the attention of the CEO. C-Suite Interaction English | With Chinese subtitles

Training
		How does actuarial training make you uniquely qualified to solve some of today's pressing business issues? Get an inside look at the training that helps these actuaries solve complex professional challenges. Training English | With Chinese subtitles

Careers
		What does it take to become a leading actuary? Find out why these actuaries chose the profession and how they came to their current positions. Careers English | With Chinese subtitles

Credentials
		We know that actuaries undergo rigorous training to obtain credentials. Find out how credentials set actuaries apart from other non-actuarial professionals and learn more about the value of these credentials to your employer. Credentials English | With Chinese subtitles

The Actuarial Profession and the Future
		Today, actuaries are transforming business in ways never before thought imaginable. Learn about the major issues facing the profession, the ways that actuaries are making a difference in business today and what makes actuaries uniquely qualified to transform the future of business. The Actuarial Profession and the Future English | With Chinese subtitles

Achievement and Success
		There are a million ways to define success. Find out what events these actuaries credit as the moment they felt successful in their careers. Achievement and Success English | With Chinese subtitles

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