We find two specific sources where our Sages instruct us in this system for success :
  
   Who is wise ? 
         One who looks ahead. 
                   Tamid 32b
 
   What is the best path for success in life ?
        One of 5 sages pinpoints this method of seeing that which may develop as the key to all forms of success. 
Avos 2:13.               
   The ultimate preparation is for the greatest of all futures - the World to Come. 
   But there are other significant levels such as 
      - preparing for retirement 
      - for next year 
     - for the next 10 minutes 
     - for even 5 minutes. 
  It takes training & practice & as one does his part Hashem helps him progress. 
    One of the lessons that is linked to this is to learn that in many areas of life , PERSISTENCE pays off. To set goals & not to give up praying for them until you achieve it with Hashems help. 
   This lessons can be continuously be reinforced through looking ahead & seeing how things develop. 
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.