Insight Health & Life Solutions In Focus with Insight

#11  Barry Childs is an open book

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In this episode of In Focus with Insights, Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, hosts a special edition of the Open Books series. This episode celebrates Insight's 10th anniversary and the last episode of 2024 with special guest, Barry Childs, Group CEO of Insight.

Join Barry as he reflects on 10 years of Insight, lessons learnt along the way, and his personal journey and achievements as a healthcare actuary. The conversation also dives into Barry’s personal reading list, exploring both fiction and non-fiction authors that inspire his approach to leadership, systems thinking, and problem-solving. Barry’s diverse interests reflect a curious mind constantly seeking new perspectives. Tune in to hear insights on business, personal growth, and the books that have shaped this leader’s outlook.

Barry’s author picks:

Dr. Dan Ariely
Edwards Deming
Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Eliyahu M Goldratt
Muhammad Yunus
Terry Pratchett

Connect with Barry Childs & Insight Group on these platforms:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrychilds/Insight
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barry.childs.9
X: https://x.com/barrychilds

Group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insight-actuaries-&-consultants/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insight_za/

Visit our website: https://www.insight.co.za/
Season 3 / Episode 11 9 Dec 2024 English South Africa Tech News · Tech News

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