TRADECRAFT

A safe house is a node of security and secrecy where operations can regroup, debrief, or shelter assets. Selecting,...

Pretexting is a manipulation tactic where attackers impersonate trusted roles to extract information. They craft stories that appeal to...

Many people develop a fascination with the tools and equipment associated with intelligence work. This interest is often fueled...

Profiling is a fundamental process of observation and assessment. It is not about suspicion or paranoia. It is about...

When violence is imminent your ability to size up an opponent determines survival. Quick assessment informs choices like engagement,...

Dead Drop is a method of transferring items or information between two parties without a direct meeting. In intelligence...

Deploying deception in the field is not about casual lying but about shaping perceptions to protect assets. Every deception...

Winning an argument is not about dominating others but achieving mission outcomes. In any operational debrief or negotiation, words...

Most people talk to strangers on autopilot. Professionals do not. This piece breaks down talking to strangers tradecraft for...

Urban environments present a unique set of challenges that demand a proactive mindset. The sheer density of people and...