Begin to level off at 10% of your vertical speed rate (example: VSI=500fpm, so 10% of 500 is 50. Begin leveling off 50ft before reaching your target altitude)
Once in a straight and level flight condition, reduce your power to your desired cruise setting
Trim away any residual control pressure.  DO NOT use trim to fly the plane- use it to reduce control pressure!
Maintain heading by looking outside and selecting a visual point in the horizon
Complete your &quot;Cruise&quot; checklist