In Focus with Insight

Insight Health & Life Solutions
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Welcome to “In Focus, with Insight,” a podcast that ignites curiosity and explores diverse perspectives on business, technology, and innovation in the health and life insurance landscape. Facilitated by Insight, a leader in consulting, actuarial modeling, data management, business intelligence, clinical consulting, and analytics. This podcast series takes a focused approach to exploring the ever-evolving industry. At Insight, we thrive on curiosity and embrace the power of data as tenacious problem solvers. Our integrated skillset and diverse expertise enable us to offer cutting-edge solutions to complex challenges. Join us on this exploratory journey as we dive into data-driven insights, delve into captivating case studies, explore thought-provoking concepts, and uncover emerging trends. Let your curiosity be our compass as we embark on an inspiring exploration of the world of health and life insurance.

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  1. Shaun Burger Smal is an Open Book

    EPISODE 1

    Shaun Burger Smal is an Open Book

    In this episode of Open Books, Pamela Hellig sits down with Shaun Burger Smal — qualified actuary and Acting Chief Investment Officer at the Road Accident Fund — for a candid conversation about failure, fellowship, fairy tales and the very human side of the Road Accident Fund. Shuan shares his journey from roles in Big 4 consulting, Netcare, Momentum Health to public sector leadership, where he now oversees complex loss-of-earnings valuations that materially impact people’s lives. He reflects on the very serious responsibilities of his role, while maintaining an upbeat and positive attitude that infiltrates his work and the way he runs his team. This balance of care and passion is what helps him effectively explain technical concepts to boards and Parliament, and ensure that every valuation is both rigorous and ethical. He also speaks openly about failing exams on his Fellowship journey and how those setbacks shaped his commitment to supporting students. Through exam counselling and mentorship, he helps actuarial and university students separate identity from results, strengthen exam technique, and build resilience after failure. His message is clear: growth happens long before the qualification certificate arrives. And the golden thread woven through this heartfelt conversation is the collection of books that have shaped Shaun’s life and outlook: find out how Hermione Granger determined his career path, where actuaries and fairy tales intersect, and how dental floss can inspire creative storytelling. Shuan’s Book Picks Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone – by J. K. Rowling The Tales of Beedle the Bard – by J. K. Rowling Actuarial Fairy Tales: Statistically Significant Stories – by John Lee Aspiring Actuarial Leaders: The Modern Manager's Toolkit – by Julia Lessing Am I Overthinking This?: Over-Answering Life's Questions in 101 Charts by Michelle Rial Connect with Shuan Burger Smal on these platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-burger-smal-55b28b24/ Insight LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insight-actuaries-&-consultants/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insight_za/ Visit our website: https://www.insight.co.za/

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Welcome to “In Focus, with Insight,” a podcast that ignites curiosity and explores diverse perspectives on business, technology, and innovation in the health and life insurance landscape. Facilitated by Insight, a leader in consulting, actuarial modeling, data management, business intelligence, clinical consulting, and analytics. This podcast series takes a focused approach to exploring the ever-evolving industry. At Insight, we thrive on curiosity and embrace the power of data as tenacious problem solvers. Our integrated skillset and diverse expertise enable us to offer cutting-edge solutions to complex challenges. Join us on this exploratory journey as we dive into data-driven insights, delve into captivating case studies, explore thought-provoking concepts, and uncover emerging trends. Let your curiosity be our compass as we embark on an inspiring exploration of the world of health and life insurance.

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  • Creator
    Insight Health & Life Solutions
  • Episodes
    51
  • Seasons
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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