Practical, public-sources-only guides to researching companies — how to do it, what to look for, and how to do it ethically and for free.
A repeatable, public-sources-only method for sizing up a private business — no database subscription required.
January 14, 2026
The real-world jobs a dossier does — for sales, recruiting, investing, journalism, procurement and diligence.
February 3, 2026
What you can replace, what you can't, and how a free public-source approach stacks up against the big paid platforms.
February 24, 2026
A public-sources-first checklist for vetting a company before a deal, a partnership or a big commitment.
March 18, 2026
Open-source intelligence techniques applied to companies — ethically, legally, and from public sources only.
April 9, 2026
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