Drawing from his CIA field experience, John Braddock reveals the strategic thinking methods that spies use to outmaneuver opponents and achieve objectives. Learn how to reason backward from your desired outcome, understand the critical difference between win-win and zero-sum scenarios, and anticipate your opponent's goals with precision. Through vivid spy stories and analysis of pivotal historical events like 9/11 and the Arab Spring, discover how intelligence professionals map out complex strategies. Whether you're navigating business deals, personal relationships, or high-stakes negotiations, master the same strategic framework that intelligence operatives use to turn long-term vision into tactical success.