In this episode, we sit down with Erwin van de Weerd - a shooting star in the security industry and an absolute dynamo.
🗣 ️ Big Idea:
"Opportunities don't come to you. You create them." - Erwin
🎯 Key Points
- Importance of having a clear career plan and setting goals.
- The value of mentorship and networking in career development.
💡 Mentorship and Networking
- Mentors provide guidance and skill development.
- Networking creates opportunities and connections within the industry.
🎯 Key Takeaways
- Be curious and bold in your career growth.
- Focus on intentional learning and development.
- Seek guidance from experienced professionals and refresh your mentor list as needed.
🌐 Networking Tips
- Be more interested than interesting.
- Add value to others without expecting anything in return.
- Set micro goals for networking events.
🤝 GSX Experience
- Networking at events like GSX can lead to connections and opportunities.
- Pre-event networking makes the experience more inclusive.
- Multiple mentors from different sectors provide a well-rounded perspective.
🗣 ️ In Closing:
"Be curious, be bold. Do your learning and development. Start that plan, and last parties get a mentor or get to." - Erwin
