Career Resource Center - Student
Post Graduate Information Form
Slideshow of Events:
I have been honored with the opportunity to participate in the leadership
program. I cannot express to you how grateful I am for this opportunity. I
have learned so much about myself. The speakers that were amazing individuals
that provide great insight into the topic they are discussing, and the risk
analysis project was a great way to apply my insurance knowledge and newly
gained leadership and communication knowledge in a real world situation.
Dale Fitzgibbons started the program out well with his discussion on
communication. I had always known that communication was important, but I had
never understood the extent of its importance. Dale explained that it was the
basis of any relationship. He gave specific examples on how poor
communication
can lead to tension, and later frustration. He also gave counter examples on
how good communication can lead to discussing issues before they become
problems. As I thought back to all my experiences with group work, I
could see
how a lack of communication had caused all of our inner-group problems. I could
also see how better communication could have lead to a more effective
group. I
now see the importance of good communication. Not only have a learned the
importance of communication, but I have learned how to effectively
communicate.
I learned a lot from observing Dr. Lippert?s and Dr. Hunt?s presentation. I
observed how they were captivating when they spoke, how they commanded the
attention of their audience. I also observed how they were both very
positive.
They thanked us for giving our speeches and being there on a Saturday.
It made
me feel good that I was there, that I participated, and that I gave a
speech. They were a great example of how using communication
effectively is an
important skill for a leader. Not only were there presentations on
communication, but all aspects of the business world.
Chris DiDomizio gave a great presentation on interviewing skills. Chris had
talked to us about the key to answering interview questions is getting
only one
main point across. I have given good interviews before, but I would not have
been so poised, confident, and convincing if it were not for Chris? interview
presentation. His presentation gave me the skills to land a very important
internship in Hartford, CT, which has just recently turned into a full time
job.
As an actuary major, I did not get a lot of formal training in the other
aspects and details of insurance. The only required insurance class we
have to
take is ?Intro to Insurance,? FIL 250. The project in the second semester
showed me what a policy really looks like. How they are written and
altered to
meet each businesses needs. It also showed me how complicated coverage
is, and
how easy it is for there to be mistakes or errors in coverage. This really surprised me. I also was shown in a specific application setting what each of
the policies do. I?m sure this will be very beneficial for me when I have
actuarial projects that work with these products.
I am forever grateful for the opportunities that the Katie School has allowed
me in my four years at ISU. It has helped me to become a successful Senior,
ready and looking forward to my future career.
-Thomas Daly
