Unless your partner has a proven pattern that is consistently work- ing, try to do things a little bit different from your pro. Don't attempt to copycat the pro. You can pick up fish behind anyone and many times you'll be the one to discover the winning pattern. When you decide you're ready to head out on the lake in your own boat, here are a few tips which will benefit you. Just like any other sport, it's important to develop your game plan.
Fishing is the same way.
During your pre-fish is when you develop your game plan and you need to stick to it during the day. If the tournament is longer than one day, you may change your strategy prior to the next day, but not in the middle of the day. While there may be times you will get away with it, overall, you tend to falter when you change. Don't allow the pressure to alter your game plan. Focus the game plan development the night before and stick with it.