Subscribe to and read at least one trade journal regularly and make it a point to discuss the future with your colleagues.

☛ You should also keep your eyes on the horizon and regularly envision the path ahead for your company and for the industry. Make it a point to consciously set aside time at the end of each month to critically examine the path ahead.

☛ The very act of anticipating needed actions will serve you well in day-to-day operations and in salary re-negotiaon.

☛ You will be leading the way into the future and enhancing the company's ability to capitalize on the changing market.