If your on Barren keep an eye out for birds(seagulls). If they are actively feeding in an area or if you just see them on the open water pay close attention to your graph because you will probably spot a school of shad, and hybrids won't be far off. Watch for them to break the surface every now and than. Don't hesitate to change up baits. I have threw crankbaits, spoons, top water, with no luck, and throw a hair jig and catch a nice limit in minutes, and the next time it may be just the opposite. They can be very picky at times. If you know the fish are there, don't hesitate to change lures to find out what they want. Good luck.