A short list of what actually helps.
JOIN EARLY
Rewards are not normally backdated. Joining costs nothing and avoids missing accrual.
KEEP YOUR DETAILS CURRENT
So notices reach you, particularly expiry warnings.
REDEEM BEFORE RENEWALS
Credit applies automatically to the next invoice. Redeeming just before a renewal realises the value immediately.
DO NOT ACCUMULATE INDEFINITELY
Especially where expiry applies. There is rarely an advantage to holding a balance.
CONSOLIDATE YOUR SERVICES ON ONE ACCOUNT
Spending split across two Client Area accounts earns on neither at the combined level, and may leave both below thresholds.
REFER PEOPLE YOU WOULD RECOMMEND ANYWAY
Where referrals qualify. Do not chase referrals; recommend honestly when asked.
CHECK MONTHLY
Alongside your invoices and renewal dates. Two minutes.
WHAT NOT TO DO
Buy anything you do not need Pay full price to earn more Cancel and reorder to convert renewals into new orders Stay on the wrong plan to protect a tier Leave a balance behind when you cancel