Introductory Call
with Aric Gady
An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your … Read more
Aric Gady
Detection and Response Security Engineer (Tech Lead) at Dropbox (Ex-Amazon, Ex-Robinhood)
Scheduling conflict? No-show? Cancel session & get your money back instantly.
About this session
An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your goals, and see whether the mentor’s background, communication style, and approach feel like the right fit for you. It is a low-pressure starting point designed to help you make a more confident decision.
You can use the call to share what you are working on, what kind of support you are looking for, and where you feel stuck right now. It is also a chance to understand how the mentor typically works with mentees, what kind of guidance they can offer, and whether there is a strong mutual fit. The goal is to leave the conversation with more clarity on your next step and whether you want to continue working together.
Your mentor
As a Security Engineer that has come from a number of different organizations and leaders. I have learned quite a bit over my career. I would be happy to sit down with you and learn how I can leverage my experience to answer any questions you might have or guidance I can give.
What mentees say
“I really loved mentorship by Aric. He is warm, competent and great at explaining the thought process of how one can succeed in the field. I was a little confused about direction, but Aric helped me become more certain o…”
Kristian Berger
Standard Plan · 1 month
“I’ve been working with Aric since early 2025 during a career transition to individual contributor roles in threat intelligence and detection engineering. Throughout this process, Aric has been incredibly strategic and s…”
Sam
Lite Plan · 10 months
“In the past few months, I have learned a lot from Aric, and will surely come back to him for more learning.”
Charlie
Lite Plan · 6 months
“I'm very pleased with my experience with Aric as my mentor. ”
Ed
Standard Plan · 11 months
“I've worked with Aric for the better part of 2025. He helped improve my resume, land more interviews, and navigate through a variety of technical and non-technical challenges in my job. Cannot recommend working with…”
James
Lite Plan · 5 months
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is a session?
A session is a focused one-on-one call with your mentor. Use it to get feedback, work through a specific problem, review your work, or get unstuck. You reserve up to 15 min of their time.
How do I pick a time?
After checkout you pick a slot from Aric's live availability, and it's confirmed on the spot.
How does the session take place?
Sessions happen over video call. Your mentor shares the meeting link ahead of time, so all you need is a quiet spot and a stable connection.
Can I reschedule?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the session. Message your mentor and find a new time that works for both of you.
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