7 The power of networking and mentorship
This chapter covers
- Leveraging tools to build a professional network of security professionals
- Finding a mentor by identifying the right characteristics and traits
- Setting up a mentoring relationship based on the right expectations
- Gracefully ending a mentoring relationship
In chapter 6, we spent a great deal of time talking about preparing for your job hunt, maximizing your chances of getting a job interview, and negotiating effectively once you get the job offer. These strategies should help you find and land a rewarding position, but sometimes you could use additional help. This is where the power of your network and professional development via mentorship come into play.
To better illustrate the ...
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