by Mike & Roy | Dec 8, 2019 | Book Summaries, Career
Part of our Book Summary series where we share notes from our favorite books. Read more details and reviews for So Good They Can’t Ignore You on Amazon. This is my favorite career advice book for actuaries. Especially in a time where “follow your...
by Mike & Roy | Jul 4, 2017 | Career
“How would you estimate the number of people living in Iowa?” “How would you estimate expenses if you were planning the next Olympics?” “How many people could you fit on a football field?” “If a lottery ticket costs $3 and pays $12 if you win, what is the probability...
by Mike & Roy | May 29, 2017 | Career
Guest post by: Stephen Camilli, FSA I work where I work today because of the people I know. I married who I did because of the people I know. I am who I am today, in large part, because of the people I know. In a meritocratic profession with a stringent exam...
by Mike & Roy | Jan 16, 2017 | Career
Everyone who researches actuarial science learns about the high salaries, great work/life balance, and low-stress work dynamic. In addition to the fact that your qualification process is taking a series of exams instead of attending graduate school, the actuarial...