Fill my front livewell. leaving the rear one empty. Get on plane faster and have a more stable ride. Hydrofoil fins attached to both sides of the motor also stabilize, especially in tighter turns.

If I didn't do the above, I'd have to make my fat brother-in-law ride in the front of the boat. (BTW - I never go out when the wave are over a foot or when the wind speed is above 20 mph. Just not worth the risk.