i would like to share my personal behavior during the contest.
1) don’t give up weak signals.
2) stay on one frequency and keep on calling.
3) use a second computer to monitor the spot, qsy immediately when multiplier shows up.
4) my antenna beam to north-pole at most of the time.
5) make sure to have a clear and good audio output and good quality headphone.
6) use a good contest logging program.
7) comfortable contest working environment.
8) backup (someone who can help you to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner… etc) i am lucky that my xyl doing the above work..hi
9) sleep well the day before contest.
10) switch off the mobile phone,etc
beside of the above, a suitable radio and antenna system can help a lot.
remember – the contest is just for fun and make sure the top priority is to take care of your family.
charlie
vr2xmt