Transitioning to OPS

Ric shares his unexpected journey into the world of OPS, highlighting the lack of formal training he received before entering the Nicaragua program. He emphasizes the importance of tradecraft and situational awareness over sheer firepower, revealing that a successful mission often hinges on avoiding confrontation rather than engaging in it. His passion for reading about historical resistance movements shaped his understanding of the duality in intelligence work, making him feel at home in both aggressive and subtle approaches.