When you're in the middle of a rapid, it's critical to also keep an eye on the water ahead. To see what's in the next mile. Predict the critical moves and adjustments. Imagine your way and commit. Long before you get there— while you're powering through the current challenge. It's what turns a petrifying experience into something invigorating. This article by Anne Mulcahy, Xerox's CEO, hits on the critical nature of looking ahead nicely. http://money.cnn.com/2009/04/19/news/companies/mulcahy.fortune/