It's true of any approach and landing, but perhaps more so in tighter situations - if you don't like the approach, GO AROUND! Don't try to make an arrival out of a poor approach, have another go.
The big advantage over a glider is that you have got an engine up front that (normally) allows you the luxury of another try (or two)!
Also, if you have made a couple of approaches and still aren't happy - reject the idea of landing! This supposes that you have enough fuel to get back home or to your alternate - so planning for a tricky approach should take this into consideration.
On short field take-offs, my instructors were very keen on not wasting an inch of runway when entering and lining up. Also, be fully conversant with the correct flap settings for the particular aircraft type and model you are flying. Just because one Cherokee / Warrior / Archer uses 2 stages of flap doesn't mean they all do - or that it is true in a Mooney etc.