Coat the tip of your snow shovel with floor wax. Floor wax not only prevents rust formation but it also prevents snow shovels from snow sticking.
Quick Tip #2
Latest models of steel snow shovels are being made stronger yet lighter allowing you to move snow lot easier than before. It is important that you choose an ergonomically correct handle snow shovel to prevent your back from straining.
Quick Tip #3
If it's going to snow full day in your area, it's wise to shovel at least once even while it's still snowing. It's very difficult to move the stuff later if it accumulates in huge packs.