Fight the unknown in risk identification, with an intelligence cycle
Risk identification in ambitious projects is difficult because of the unknowns. An intelligence cycle and agile project makes it easier.
Category: Intelligence research
Stop project failures with intelligence-led project management
Stop project failures. With intelligence-led project management exceptional levels of uncertainty can be handled. Details below.
Drumhead Trial – an example, and 6 ways to fight it
“Drumhead Trial”. An intelligence researcher is accused of incompetence when investigative journalists outsmart him. The story shows the danger of being a scapegoat – in almost any job.
Intelligence sector careers – advice for knowledge-workers
29 November 2021
Career choices, Commentary, Intelligence analysis, Intelligence careers, Intelligence research, Mental health
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Career advice for 7-18 year olds considering the intelligence sector: police, commercial, defence, security, political, and environmental intelligence.
Spy catcher rivals – using AI in counter intelligence
27 September 2021
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Intelligence analysis, Intelligence research, Short stories
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Spy catchers (counter-intelligence). An intelligence analyst competes against a researcher armed with AI. Who will catch the spy first?
Donat’s story – choose soft skills vs hard skills
Donat’s going to miss his dream job to more experienced candidates, unless he can work a miracle. ... A story of soft skills vs hard skills.
The secret devil’s advocate – a story of managing the unknown
The Secret Devil's Advocate is a fictional account of managing “unknown unknowns”. The 7-page story illustrates standard methods, listed here.
“The 4 Seasons” story – elevator pitch example
22 February 2021
Career choices, Intelligence analysis, Intelligence research, Secrecy first, Short stories
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Radha reread her resignation letter. It was a huge step. The Agency had been her home, and her dream.
The Three Newbies – find your best career path
Saleem wrinkled his nose. “They laughed when we all talked about career goals for intelligence professionals. What’s wrong with a career path?”
Intelligence research specialist jobs – 14 tips for survival
Intelligence research specialist jobs focus on narrow areas that require high expertise. Here are some of the perils and tips for coping and survival.