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Next Level with Erwin van de Weerd

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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


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