--- title: The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's Member Blog | Careers description: Careers | Welcome to The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's dedicated online space for industry insights, careers advice, study tips and more. --- [![logo-from-updated-site](https://blog.iii.ie/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Insurance%20Institute/logo-from-updated-site.png?width=178&name=logo-from-updated-site.png)](http://www.iii.ie/) [**MEMBER LOGIN**](https://eu-quercus.elluciancloud.com/app/iii/f?p=10604:101:3609409149439) - [Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes) - [Certificate in Product Advice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Product-Advice-APA) - [Certificate in Insurance Practice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Practice-CIP) - [Higher Diploma in Insurance Management](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Higher-Diploma-in-Insurance-Management) - [Specialty Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes) - [Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Insurance-Practitioner-Apprenticeship) - [Certified Insurance Director](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certified-Insurance-Director) - [Certificate in Climate Risk](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certificate-in-Climate-Risk) - [Micro-credentials](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Micro-credentials) - [Affiliate Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes) - [Non-General Insurance Qualifications](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#non-general-insurance-qualifications) - [Certified Diploma in Loss Adjusting](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#cdip) - [ACII to FCII](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#acii-and-fcii) - [Exemptions](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exemptions) - [Exams](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exam-Information) - [Membership](https://iii.ie/Membership) - [Membership Categories and Fees](https://iii.ie/Membership/Membership-Categories-Fees) - [CPD](https://iii.ie/Membership/CPD) - [Local Institutes](https://iii.ie/Membership/Local-Institutes) - [Careers](https://iii.ie/Membership/Careers) - [Register of Compliant Persons](https://iii.ie/Membership/Register-of-Compliant-Persons) - [Employers](https://iii.ie/Employers) - [About Us](https://iii.ie/About-Us) - [Our History](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Our-History) - [Leadership Team](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Leadership) - [Blog](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track) ![Blog Banner 2](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%202.png "Blog Banner 2") ## [5 Reasons Why Your CPD Isn't Just a Tick The Box Activity](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/2016/01/08/5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-see-your-cpd-as-just-a-tick-in-the-box/-0) 10/07/23 14:00 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/2016/01/08/5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-see-your-cpd-as-just-a-tick-in-the-box/-0#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/CPD.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/2016/01/08/5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-see-your-cpd-as-just-a-tick-in-the-box/-0)   As insurance professionals, we understand the importance of staying up-to-date with industry developments and regulations. However, it's not just us - professionals from all walks of life, including engineers, healthcare workers, plumbers, lawyers, and teachers, also undertake continuing professional development to keep their skills sharp. It's a commitment to excellence, and one that we take seriously. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/2016/01/08/5-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-see-your-cpd-as-just-a-tick-in-the-box/-0) ## [Making the most of your CPD Webinars](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-the-most-of-your-cpd-webinars) 23/03/23 12:07 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-the-most-of-your-cpd-webinars#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/CPD%20Webinar%20Blog%20Image.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-the-most-of-your-cpd-webinars) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is often seen as just a regulatory obligation; however, there is a lot more to be gained from attending a CPD webinar than another hour of your annual requirement. Aside from developing your knowledge and skills, CPD also offers excellent opportunities to strengthen your professional profile. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/making-the-most-of-your-cpd-webinars) ## [Your end-of-year CPD checklist](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) 13/10/22 09:31 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/2-Oct-14-2022-12-27-22-86-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) With the end of the year fast approaching, (I know, sorry!) the countdown to submitting your CPD is on. We know this can be a busy and stressful time of year, and that the last thing you need on top of a hectic work schedule and a long Christmas shopping list is a last-minute scramble to hit that submit button. So we are here to help! [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) ## [The 5 most common CPD submission blunders (and how to avoid them);](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) 12/10/22 18:30 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/1-Oct-14-2022-01-25-35-21-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) As the 31st of December CPD submission deadline fast approaches, our Member Services team have pulled together their list of the five most common mistakes that members have made over the years when it comes to CPD submissions and more importantly, what you can do to make sure you avoid them! [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) ## [What are Local Institutes and 5 reasons why they are important.](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-are-local-institutes-and-5-reasons-why-they-are-important) 07/09/22 15:10 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Local Institutes](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/local-institutes), [career advice](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/career-advice), [education](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/education) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-are-local-institutes-and-5-reasons-why-they-are-important#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/LI%20blog%20cover.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-are-local-institutes-and-5-reasons-why-they-are-important) The Local Institutes are the foundation of The Insurance Institute. They are a key part of your membership with us, and as a community, represent all that is positive about our industry. They continuously strive to uphold our mission to educate, inspire and connect, but some members don't realise just how beneficial it can be to engage with your local council and how being part of your local community can really help your career. In the first of our Local Institute Explainer blogs, we give you a quick look at everything you need to know. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-are-local-institutes-and-5-reasons-why-they-are-important) ## [Claims are coming - What Game of Thrones has taught us about insurance](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/claims-are-coming-what-game-of-thrones-has-taught-us-about-insurance) 18/08/22 15:55 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Apprentice](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/apprentice), [Game of Thrones](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/game-of-thrones) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/claims-are-coming-what-game-of-thrones-has-taught-us-about-insurance#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/2-Aug-18-2022-02-29-43-66-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/claims-are-coming-what-game-of-thrones-has-taught-us-about-insurance) Whether you are a fan or not, you would have to have been living on Mars to have not heard the buzz about the latest Game of Thrones (or GoT to its fans) prequel, [House of the Dragon. The new HBO Max fantasy drama](https://www.hbo.com/house-of-the-dragon) launches on August 21, 2022, so we thought we would take a llook at what the original, Game of Thrones series taught us about insurance. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/claims-are-coming-what-game-of-thrones-has-taught-us-about-insurance) ## [What does an insurance apprentice actually do? \[Infographic\]](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-does-an-insurance-apprentice-actually-do-infographic) 21/07/22 12:23 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Apprentice](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/apprentice) [2 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-does-an-insurance-apprentice-actually-do-infographic#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Apprenticeships/Apprentice_FB.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-does-an-insurance-apprentice-actually-do-infographic)  The Insurance Apprenticeship is an earn-and-learn degree programme where participants work in an insurance organisation while studying online one day a week. But what does an apprentice actually *do*? [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/what-does-an-insurance-apprentice-actually-do-infographic) ## [Tips for answering common interview questions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-to-answer-common-interview-questions) 23/05/22 16:08 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-to-answer-common-interview-questions#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Women_In_Insurance/Interview.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-to-answer-common-interview-questions) If you have a job interview coming up, make sure you’ve prepared answers to common interview questions. While it is likely you’ll be asked more role-specific questions, the below are a great starting point and preparing these answers will help you feel more confident and relaxed going into your interview. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/how-to-answer-common-interview-questions) ## [Does the term 'networking' fill you with dread? These tips will help.](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/does-the-term-networking-fill-you-with-dread-these-tips-will-help) 23/05/22 15:52 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/does-the-term-networking-fill-you-with-dread-these-tips-will-help#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Women_In_Insurance/Networking.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/does-the-term-networking-fill-you-with-dread-these-tips-will-help) If you’re someone who comes out in a cold sweat when you hear the term ‘networking’, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Many people find it difficult to strike up a conversation at professional events; even more so given the circumstances of the past two years! However, networking and relationship building is a cornerstone of the insurance industry, so avoiding it will mean you could miss out on some valuable career opportunities. Here are our top tips for getting back out there. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/does-the-term-networking-fill-you-with-dread-these-tips-will-help) ## [9 Career Blogs And Instagram Accounts You Should Follow](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/9-career-blogs-and-instagram-accounts-you-should-follow) 23/05/22 13:33 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/9-career-blogs-and-instagram-accounts-you-should-follow#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog/Careers/Careers_CareerBlogsToFollow.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/9-career-blogs-and-instagram-accounts-you-should-follow) Career blogs and social media feeds are excellent resources for advice, inspiration, recruitment tips and leadership techniques. We’ve rounded up our 9 favourites for you below. 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