Combat Situation Awareness
In the field, combat situation awareness essential. Whether you’re an operative in hostile territory, a soldier in...
The CIA operative and Special Forces operator tradecraft tactics and lifestyle guide.
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Social Identity Manipulation Technique
In the field of covert operations, understanding human behavior is key to influencing targets, and one of...
12 Covert Operative Rookie Mistakes
New operatives, eager to prove themselves, often fall into traps of their own making. Mistakes in the...
Negative Reinforcement Traps: Conditioning Compliance
A psychological tool used in covert ops to subtly manipulate a target’s behavior by removing discomfort once...
The Dunning-Kruger Effect Exploitation
In tradecraft, exploiting the Dunning-Kruger Effect – where overconfidence blinds individuals to their own limitations – allows...
Special Forces ‘Realistic Self-Defense’ Principles
When it comes to self-defense, forget flashy moves and movie-style martial arts. operators are trained in efficiency...
When to Stop Attacking Your Attacker
When you’re thrust into a situation where you’re forced to defend yourself, adrenaline kicks in, and your...
Surveillance Detection Route (SDR)
The surveillance detection route concept is a personnel movement and navigational system of strategy to detect, counter...
12 Improvised Body Armor Methods Using Everyday Items
While nothing beats professional-grade armor, sometimes you have to make do with what’s available. These are DIY...
Urban Survival Tradecraft
Going beyond knowing where the nearest exit is or having a well-stocked go-bag. When you layer in...
Counter-Custody for High-Risk Professionals
When you operate in hostile environments, the risk of being taken captive is a constant threat. Whether...
How to Recognize Threats in Public Venues Like a Secret Service Agent
When it comes to threat recognition and security in public venues – such as concerts, sports events,...
