This is what I like...

Takedowns... takedowns ... takedowns

Its more of a coaches philosophy thing but if u can take an oponent down pretty easy and get a 2-0 lead then way not get a 6-2 lead with three takedowns in the first period. (of course this isnt gonna work for every opponent.)

I love takedowns where u finish to the outside. Learning the Peak out technique is a good way to help finish.

Top.. control hips there are lots of drill to help stay back on the hips. I teach to stay on your toes and hips even or above your opponents on most moves.

I'm not always a fan of picking bottom when we receive choice in a period. There are so many more moves to do on top then bottom.