Being on top of things makes you feel calm and organized. When you fall behind you feel in disarray.

What then is the best way to stay ahead?

There are a lot of things we do which need not be done. They add very little, if any, value to our overall goals. Eliminate them!

After eliminating unnecessary activities, delegate from your plate, all things you can delegate. This will allow you to oversee things as opposed to being the doer.

Finally, after you have eliminated unnecessary activities and delegated effectively, do whatever is left to do by executing promptly!