Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Curiosity and Inquisitiveness
Persistence and Patience
Adaptability and Flexibility
Attention to Detail
Systematic Approach
Logical Reasoning
Problem-Solving Techniques
Hypothesis Formation and Testing
Evidence Evaluation
Anchoring Bias
Availability Heuristic
Confirmation Bias
Recency Bias
Attribution Bias
Credibility Evaluation Criteria
Source Motivation Analysis
Cross-Referencing and Verification
Primary vs. Secondary Sources
Key Assumptions Check
Analysis of Competing Hypotheses
Red Team Analysis
Devil's Advocate Approach
Brainstorming and Mind Mapping
Scenario Development
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