Description: Welcome to reinsurance, where deals worth millions of dollars happen often with no more than minimal terms and conditions actually written down as agreed between the parties. This article discusses the concepts of contract finality.

Description: This article discusses using a true Win/Win approach to develop successful long-term relationships among individuals and businesses.

Description: The author of this article challenges us to engage in active thought to drive our behaviors rather than seeking efficiency through the use of assumptions.

Description: This paper discusses that image does matter: advancing you personal brand. The author has worked in the retail and image management field for over 18 years with companies such as Talbot's and Paul Stuart, in both the wholesale and retail sector for men and women's wear. She founded Image Launch, a consulting company that assists companies and individuals internationally in setting standards for visual impact.

Description: The author notes its all a job interview. Everything we do is observed by others, and this continuous demonstration- observation loop is very much like an ongoing interview.

Description: This is an interview with Prakash Shimpi who talks about enterprise risk management, research and development. From News Direct, September 2005, Issue No. 51.

Description: Recap of the International Section activities at the SOA annual meeting.

Description: This article covers focus of the section council, progress on ongoing initiatives such as the Career Pioneer Program, and new initiatives including image building of the profession as well as support for actuaries in individual practice and/or small businesses.

Description: A Note from the Editor...encouraging actuaries to expand into some nontraditional areas.

Description: An article that explains the importance of lifelong learning--education shouldn't stop once you've attained your FSA.