Sponsorship: Making the most of it

Mine existing tools and resources before seeking input.
Use a sponsor's time wisely and effectively.
Don't pester for attention: a single request suffices.
Allow 24 hours before rerequesting.
Summarise the problem and the best solution you can devise.
Keep your contributions clear, concise, structured, and relevant.
Be open to enquiry, instruction, and direction.
Keep well-structured notes of everything.
Implement what is suggested.
Work round apparent impediments.