I also use the extra speed VS. extra height procedure on take off.
( A ) Better control, and easier transition from the climb attitude to the gliding attitude if the engine suddenly quits.
( B ) Better forward visibility.
( 3 ) Better engine cooling.
I was going to post this....
For those who are interested in learning more on this topic, I encourage some self study of the "Height Velocity Curve" for helicopters, and what it means to the pilot. The concept is the same for a fixed wing aircraft, just the numbers are different. When you understand the concept, then apply it to the aircraft you fly, and think about the possibility that you get yourself into that "curve" - perhaps needlessly.
But step turn beat me to it.