Next Level with Erwin van de Weerd

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