a different motivation :

During my time as an undergrad at Marietta College [Congrats on the new site], I never hesitated to skim pages or just read the chapter recaps in my general class preparation. In fact, I didn't mind doing this to prepare for exams in classes I didn't find particularly difficult.

It is amazing how one's motivation is completely different when it comes to personal preparation for something one finds truly important. Today I spent the majority of my day immersed in TOUR:SMART and Break the Band, and I haven't skipped a single page. I thought it would be appropriate to note the top 5 tips I've absorbed from the first 150 pages:

1. Any one currently involved, or could potentially be involved, in the success, or failure, of your tour should be treated as if they are your best friend.

2. No one cares more about your career and this tour than you do. Act accordingly; Stay involved and pay attention!

3. Utilize your technological resources [EXCEL!].

4. Do not consider IF things can go wrong; Consider WHEN they will go wrong.

5. Never ever even consider sh*tting on the bus. Remember this any time you are blessed with a road stop that includes a decent bathroom [or any bathroom depending on your situation].