Pushing Through The Pain No Matter What
The art of enduring and overcoming physical, emotional, and psychological pain to complete the mission, a skill...
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The Psychology of Influence and Persuasion in Tradecraft
This intel reveals the psychological tradecraft techniques of influence and persuasion used by CIA officers, offering insights...
Counter-Terrorism Response: Civilian Guide
Essential counter-terrorism guide equipping civilians with critical insights from the CIA’s perspective to recognize, understand, and effectively...
How to Leverage Human Desire to Get Your Way
The tradecraft guide to understanding and leveraging the human desire of a target to get your way...
Recognizing and Countering Disinformation
The ability to discern truth from falsehood is a critical skill, and this guide aims to equip...
Tradecraft ‘Enhanced Problem-Solving’ Method
In the unpredictable work of covert ops, operatives employ sophisticated problem-solving strategies vital in high-stakes missions, of...
The Art of Indirect Influence
The tradecraft guide to mastering the art of indirect influence; shaping outcomes from behind the scenes as...
Advanced Situational Manipulation Primer
An element of tradecraft essential for controlling and influencing the environments you’re in – in the field...
The ‘$5 Wrench Attack’ Explained
A $5 Wrench Attack refers to a situation where physical force or intimidation, exemplified by something as...
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolution Like an Operator
This tradecraft guide offers insights into keeping your New Year’s resolutions from the disciplined lifestyle and work...
Adapting Under Pressure: Maintaining Composure in High-Stress Situations
The tradecraft techniques and strategies utilized by CIA officers to adapt when under pressure in and off...
Managing Difficult Family Reunions Like an Operative
While intended to be occasions of joy and togetherness, can sometimes be challenging, echoing some of the...