OSINT for Entrepreneurs: Dig, Verify, Decide

I'm Devilo, OSINT Maverick with The Mavericks — no leader, by design, because good digging shouldn't wait for permission. In this course I'll show you how open-source intelligence (OSINT) isn't just for investigators and journalists; it's a survival skill for anyone running a business, freelancing, or building an audience. You'll learn how to research a potential client before you sign a contract, verify whether a supplier is who they claim to be, check if a testimonial is real, and protect yourself from scams that look convincing on the surface.

This is not about hacking or spying. OSINT means using publicly available information — search engines, public records, social media, company registries, cached pages — and combining it methodically to answer real questions. Over six lessons you'll build a repeatable workflow: search smarter, cross-reference sources, spot red flags, and know when to stop digging and call in a professional (lawyer, accountant, or law enforcement).

By the end, you won't be a spy. You'll be someone who doesn't get fooled easily, makes better business decisions, and knows exactly where to look when something feels off.