Frank Elsner, Chief of Safety and Security for the Natural Factors Group of Companies, is advocating for increased focus on personal preparedness and mental readiness across Canada. Drawing from decades of frontline experience in high-pressure roles including undercover work, intelligence operations, and tactical response, Elsner argues that the most critical safety tools are not complex systems but the small, consistent habits practiced daily.
Recent data highlights a concerning gap between public expectations and personal readiness. One in three Canadians report feeling unprepared in daily situations, while 76% experience difficulty focusing due to stress, digital overload, or fatigue. Workplaces have seen a 22% rise in preventable incidents linked to communication breakdowns and rushed decisions. Elsner states these are fundamentally human issues that can be addressed through intentional daily practices.
Elsner's career, detailed in his professional background available at https://24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/frank-elsner-profile, includes diverse roles that shaped his perspective on readiness. He notes that during undercover operations, subtle shifts in tone or movement could alter entire situations, demonstrating that awareness involves purposeful attention rather than paranoia. He continues to employ a practice learned from tactical teams: conducting quick, structured debriefs after significant tasks to assess what worked, what didn't, and what should change.
Elsner recommends three practical habits for individuals, families, and workplaces. First, pausing briefly before making decisions can prevent extensive damage control. Second, writing things down by hand improves information retention by 20–30%, a technique Elsner used as a mature university student to slow down and absorb material. Third, using short debriefs after stressful moments strengthens future responses. These strategies enhance clarity and reduce stress, particularly in unpredictable scenarios.
To manage overwhelm, Elsner emphasizes the importance of a personal reset mechanism, such as riding his motorcycle, which demands full attention. For others, activities like walking, cooking, or quiet reflection can serve similar purposes. He asserts that silence is undervalued but provides space for better judgment, a principle reinforced by years in environments where clear thinking was essential.
Elsner calls on Canadians to adopt one daily habit to improve readiness without special training, framing preparedness as presence rather than fear. He encourages workplaces, schools, and community groups to integrate conversations about awareness and decision-making into their cultures. By slowing down, staying aware, and self-checking, individuals can strengthen their families, workplaces, and communities, addressing the root causes of stress and preventable incidents.
