If you’ve just finished college or you’re in final year, you might be starting to feel the itch to travel abroad, see the world and embark on new adventures. And why shouldn’t you? Post-graduation travel is a fantastic experience – you’ll have independence, learn how to manage your own budget, discover different cultures and embrace new ways of living.
It’s completely normal to feel nervous in the days and weeks coming up to your exam. That being said, it’s important not to let the nerves take over or you could risk forgetting everything you've learned over the last few months. The best way to combat exam day nerves is to make sure you’re confident and fully prepared for exam day – both mentally and physically.
Michelle Boland of Willis Towers Watson started out with a degree in microbiology and has now made a successful career in insurance. Here, she explains her journey into the profession and why she’s never looked back.
The term ‘mindfulness’ might conjure up an image of meditation and relaxation; however, it can also be a very useful management tool, one that can and should be incorporated into all workplaces. It might seem like an abstract exercise, but when practiced regularly, mindfulness can be very powerful.
Adrienne O’Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer of DAS Ireland, talks the importance of work/life balance, starting an award-winning company from scratch and why a career in insurance is so rewarding.
Jane Brady, Managing Director at Brady Insurance and former President of The Insurance Institute of Sligo tells her story of how she entered the insurance industry, overcame professional challenges and why networking and mentoring were such key components in her career success.
Linda Gallagher, Joint Managing Director at First Ireland, gives us insights on how she rose through the ranks in the insurance industry and why we’re never finished developing as professionals.
Fiona Charles, Sales Manager at Close Brothers Premium Finance, discusses the importance of lifelong learning, balancing a busy work and home life and overcoming fears.
Maureen Walsh, CEO of DeCare Dental talks about her move from Boston to Claremorris, taking risks and the importance of teamwork, both in business and in life.
Attracting and retaining appropriate talent is a huge challenge for 70% of insurance CEOs globally, according to PWC’s Annual CEO Survey. This figure remains steady with previous years and is likely to grow with specialist skills becoming more in demand as technologies advance.
