The number one thing that everyone should do is to make a log.I've been doing this for the past 6 years and wish I had done it long before that.Because looking back at my logs for the conditions given on a perticular day I know what to throw,where and how I'm going to fish that bait.As far as colors try diffent colors in your area under diff conditions and write it down,what works and what doesn't .Look for a good base for your log seen many on the net maybe even one is available here.Looking back at your log not only will it help you ,but it really helps with the memories whether it be good days and not so good days....Good luck.