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Mastering the art of being a “gray man” involves blending into social situations seamlessly, ensuring you remain...

In the complex landscape of intelligence and covert operations to even everyday life, understanding your enemy’s motivations...

Also known as counter-scamming, is a clever way to turn the tables on fraudsters. It requires a...

Turning criminals into informants and reliable assets is an essential skill of tradecraft. This is a guide...

The civilian tradecraft guide to developing the intuition of a Special Forces sniper to adapt to your...

Whether in high-stakes environments or everyday situations, understanding and interpreting the early indicators of aggressive behavior provides...

Staying sharp and thinking straight, even when you’re a few cocktails in, is a vital social tradecraft...

In the field, operatives need to think several steps ahead. One crucial aspect of this forward-thinking approach...

Cognitive reframing is a psychological strategy that can turn potentially disempowering situations into manageable or even empowering...

This civilian guide to securing your home wireless network to protect against intrusions and maintain the confidentiality...

Sizing up people in any scenario isn’t just for operatives on a mission – it’s a useful...

CIA counter-surveillance techniques and concepts can provide strategies for enhancing personal security, safety, and privacy in everyday...