As advanced analytics and big data continue to evolve and modernization projects accelerate, the role of the actuary is transforming in scope and demand. The ability to assemble, lead or participate on enterprise-wide project teams is key to remaining relevant and impactful and will require more than just technical abilities. Soft skills such as agility, empathy, communication, influence, critical thinking and creativity are essential for building effective and diverse teams that can produce innovative solutions and gain stakeholder buy-in.
In this workshop, you will learn how to take an intentional people-first approach, identifying both the technical and soft skills needed for success, while considering a project's broader impact. Through hands-on activities, you will uncover how to leverage soft skills and elevate performance at all levels to remain competitive in a continually changing environment.
By attending this session, you will be able to:
· Examine the actuarial talent transformation and its impact.
· Identify the soft skills and business acumen necessary for effective leadership and successful project teams.
· Elevate a team’s performance, whether as a leader or contributor, by leveraging the unique perspectives of diverse teammates.
· Explore how to take a people-focused approach to projects, keeping key stakeholders top of mind.