John "Mako" McGill
(Fifth in a five-part series.)
We are all strangers, until we aren't. As a cybersecurity club president, Mako learned many lessons in leadership along the way—some of them too late. But the philosophers don't have to be right; history doesn't have to repeat itself. Mako's roadmap to success includes which tempting wrong turns to avoid!
Tag: Blog Series: Cybersecurity Club Survival Guide
Cybersecurity Club Survival Guide: How to Organize Events and Meetings, Invite Speakers, and Attract Sponsors
John "Mako" McGill
(Fourth in a five-part series.)
For every minute of a large event, there are about 30 minutes that go into planning it. Mako and CryptoKait share their master tips and tricks for maximizing time, money, and that incredible feeling of shared satisfaction enjoyed by organizers, sponsors, and attendees alike. Pro Tip: The right mindset makes all the difference!
Cybersecurity Club Survival Guide: Leadership Methodologies for Running an Effective Cybersecurity Club
John "Mako" McGill
(Third in a five-part series.)
Student leadership will come and go. Faculty leadership can see the big picture but cannot push student volunteers to do anything they don't want to do. Before pairing a faculty sponsor with a club, decide on a leadership style you'd like to foster together, to ensure longterm club survival. Mako shows you how.
Cybersecurity Club Survival Guide: How to Create a Statement of Purpose and Draft a Charter for a New Cybersecurity Club
John "Mako" McGill
(Second in a five-part series.)
The difference between a hangout and a club is purpose. To gain official recognition as a club, you'll need to clarify that purpose in a charter. Mako likens it to an "elevator pitch" for the group and shares tips and examples of what to include.
Cybersecurity Club Survival Guide: How to Create and Run an Effective Cybersecurity Club
John "Mako" McGill
(First in a five-part series.)
Once a group of like-minded individuals becomes a regular hangout, why turn it into a formal club? Mako offers the practical reasons, and highlights the next important steps. Understanding these is essential if you want to keep folks coming back!
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