Research notes and perspectives from Jonathan Egelston on finding reliable information, documenting it carefully, and understanding it in context.
ELSEWHERE
Jonathan Egelston on LinkedIn & Medium
More of my writing on checking information and offering practical support.
Three Sources, One Claim: How to Tell Whether Information Is Independent
Published on Medium. A worked example of tracing repeated claims, checking source independence, and maintaining a useful source log.
Before You Share a Claim, Build a Source Trail
Published on LinkedIn. A practical checklist for tracing claims and checking sources.
Helping Someone Take the Next Step Without Taking Over
Published on Medium. Listening, clarifying questions, and offering help while respecting another person’s choices.
PERSONAL PROFILE
Jonathan Egelston: Research, Perspective, and Practical Support
A practical approach to tracing sources, organizing information, and identifying useful next steps.
Read the profile →SERVICE & PERSPECTIVE
Helping starts with understanding.
Service Through Action
Jonathan Egelston on listening carefully, making the next step manageable, and letting follow-through speak.
Helping People Feel Heard
A practical approach to difficult conversations, clearer questions, and support that respects the individual.
PRACTICAL GUIDE · JONATHAN EGELSTON
Finding Clarity in a Difficult Situation
A step-by-step guide to organizing a timeline, checking sources, separating facts from questions, and choosing your next step.
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Why Information Verification Matters
How corroboration and independent sources help distinguish confirmed facts from leads.
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Understanding Public Records Research
Why dates, identifying details, and context matter when reviewing a record.
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The Importance of Accurate Documentation
Preserving sources, observations, and unanswered questions in a clear record.
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Evaluating Information From Multiple Sources
Looking at source independence, conflicts, and supporting information.
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Research, Context, and Avoiding False Conclusions
Keeping conclusions proportional to the evidence.
Personal perspective
A personal reflection on accusations, fairness, and why careful examination of the facts matters.
Overcoming False Accusations: Why Facts and Fairness Matter to Me →