I have been sewing for over 50yrs now, and even with that knowledge I can find some patterns that baffle me at times. The very first thing I do is read the entire pattern. Then I start by reading each step, doing that, then moving on. By reading the entire instructions, first, your memory will jog and you will think oh yea, I do not need sew these ties at both ends, just one. And stick with it, you will be glad you did.
And I have to be honest, sometimes, I just look at the pictures and sew. I never read the pattern again. It also depends on what I am sewing, and the pattern maker.