Being on top of things makes you feel calm. When you slip up and are back peddling you feel in disarray.
What then is the best way to be on top?
There are a lot of things we do that need not be done. They add very little value to our overall goals. Eliminate them!
Delegate all things that that you can delegate to your team (if you have one) after eliminating unnecessary activities. This will allow you to focus on the very important few.
What is left on your plate after eliminating unnecessary activities and delegating effectively, execute promptly.