Preparation is The Key

Success loves preparation. There is no substitute for it. Some people pride themselves on their ability to wing it, but when it comes down to it, those who prepare more often than not have the upper hand in relation to the inevitable elements of surprise that come up in life.

The keyword here is “preparation”. What is the preparation for you? Why should you prepare? How should you prepare? Preparation does more than for being ready, it also puts you in a position to handle what you didn’t see coming. If the perfect opportunity presented itself today, would you be ready?

Here are three essential keys of preparation to help ensure you perform your best when it matters:

• Plan- devise a plan, and know your desired outcome and purpose — what is the WHY behind the goal?
• Practice. Practice. Practice- it’s essential to refine the skills and habits necessary for any performance. It doesn’t have to be “Perfect” to get started.
• Stay Healthy and Ready – preparation goes far beyond the act itself. The performance can only be as good as the performer (mind, body, and soul). Are you well rested? Are you eating right? Is your head in a “good” place?

It is important that you can do what you can with the little you have right now so that when things are set or you become “lucky”, you will fly high. In order to succeed, you must be ready when the opportunity comes. Plan your success. Take inventory. Spend most of your time preparing for success, once your opportunity comes, you’ll be glad you did