Moving is really hard and tedious. But if you do it systematically, things would be easier for you. The moving day would be less stressful because things would be ready and you'd have everything you need there.
Once the move is decided, you should list down all tasks entailed in the move. This will help you avoid overlooking certain things. But you should also set a timetable so everything will be done in time. This will ensure that not only will the packing be done on time but your new home would be ready as well.
If you plan to hire a removals company, you should try to do so weeks before the removals. You should not hire just anyone but someone whom you can trust. That is why recommendations from family and friends is invaluable. You must look for the best deal and entrust your things only to reliable companies.
In packing, you need to discard all extra items. You can either donate, throw or sell them too. This will minimize your packing and shipping needs for sure. You may even get some cash from the sales of the extra items too. This would also ensure that all your things would be ready before the movers arrive.
Meanwhile, you should also contact utility providers to ensure that there is already electricity, water, telephone, Internet and other utilities in your new home. It's also important to have your current utilities cut or transferred shortly after you leave so you will not have to pay two bills in the coming months.  By taking care of your things and by ensuring your new home is ready, you would be able to ensure that the move would go smoothly.