Result-oriented humans with big goals and aspirations have a knack for preparing ahead of any eventuality. They are aware that for them to achieve that which they set their minds on, planning must be in place. In order to be effective, efficient, and lead productive lives, adequate and detailed planning must be in sight.
We feel the need to be in control and determine the outcome of things: we forget that God is still in charge of our affairs. He has the final say; by virtue of His sovereignty, He decides what goes in light of His perfect will for us. 
Our plans and decisions seem to be good and satisfying to us, but God knows what is best, seeing that He knows the end even from the beginning. The reason some of our plans don’t see the light of the day is that they do not align with God’s plans for our lives. 
Telling God about our plans before embarking on them communicates our trust in Him to lead and direct us. It saves us from the pain of being frustrated, time loss as a result of trial and error, and also from going around in circles.
Next time you have this beautiful idea or are about to make a great decision, run it through God and listen to what He has to say. Your success depends on it.

Lord, I’m sorry for the times I tried to do things my way and shut You out. Please have mercy on me and forgive me, Lord. Help me put You first in all my endeavors, and be conscious of Your abiding presence. Help me trust You and place my confidence in You to lead me right. Your thoughts towards me are many times better than mine. Please give me the patience and discipline to wait on You and not go ahead of myself. May I rely on You in all circumstances and be blessed with Your guidance. 
In Jesus’s name I pray. Amen.