10 Simple Things To Make Yourself A HARD TARGET Published by William B. Doyle Submitted: 27 November,2001 Recent events have shocked the world and left us feeling exposed and vulnerable. However, we can implement some simple techniques in our daily lives to make ourselves a "Hard Target" for terrorists (and criminals). Terrorists = Criminals. These easy steps will frustrate terrorists/criminals and make them seek other prey: *** Keep a Low Profile *** - Your dress, conduct and mannerisms should not attract attention. - Make an effort to blend into the local environment. This is especially true when traveling. - Avoid publicity and don't go out in large groups. - Stay away from civil disturbances and demonstrations. *** Be Unpredictable *** - Vary your route to and from work and the time you leave and return home. - Vary the way you dress. - Don't exercise at the same time and place every day, never alone, on deserted streets, or country roads. - Let people close to you know where you are going, what you'll be doing, and when you should be back. *** Be Alert *** - Watch for anything/anyone suspicious or out of place. This includes vehicles, delivery vans, etc. parked in your neighborhood. - Don't give personal information over the telephone, via email, chat rooms, on your website, etc. Don't just throw away periodicals, billing statements, etc. that contain your name, address, account numbers, etc. - shred/destroy the address label or page where such information appears. - If you think you are being followed, go to a pre- selected secure area (local police station, well lighted public place, etc.). - Immediately report the incident to the local law enforcement agencies, or your local Embassy (if overseas). Try to note the make/model, color, license plate, driver & passengers, of the suspect vehicle (if you have a cell phone, you can be giving authorities a description while you are enroute to your pre-selected secure area). This may be a smack of paranoia but those of us that have experience in law enforcement, physical security, anti- terrorism, etc. know that terrorists & criminals often seek out easier "soft targets" rather than the difficult "hard targets". By implementing the above techniques and the 130+ other methods in my E-book "How To Make Yourself A HARD TARGET For Terrorists", you will significantly enhance you, your loved ones' and friends' safety. For information on how to obtain your copy, go to: http://www.wbdoyle.com/hardtarget.html ... ...or send a blank email to: mailto:hardtarget@wbdoyle.com . Be sure to keep an eye out for the "HARD TARGET" ebook series ("works-in-progress"): * HARD TARGET Vol 1 "How To Make Yourself A HARD TARGET For Terrorists!" * HARD TARGET Vol 2 "Your Guide To Terrorism" * HARD TARGET Vol 3 "Basic Terrorism 101" * HARD TARGET Vol 4 "How To Increase Your TERRORISM AWARENESS" * HARD TARGET Vol 5 "Terrorist Incidents 19XX - 2001" * HARD TARGET Vol 6 "How To PROTECT YOURSELF From Terrorists" * HARD TARGET Vol 7 "How To DETECT Terrorist/Criminal SURVEILLANCE" * HARD TARGET Vol 8 "How To Survive As A TERRORIST HOSTAGE" About the Author William B. Doyle served over 20 years in the U.S. Navy and trained over 1000 military personnel, family members & DOD civilians as an Anti-Terrorism Training Officer. He also has experience as a Naval Law Enforce- ment, Physical Security and Force Protection Officer.