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Delivery & Reporting

Module 12: Managing Appearances

First Impressions Last: The Professional Standard

When you are at a sponsor event, you are an extension of their corporate brand. If you look disorganized, they look disorganized.

The Professional Etiquette Checklist:

  • Punctuality: Early is on time. On time is late.
  • Uniform: Detail appropriate dress codes for every setting (Paddock Club, factory visit, keynote). Ensure your race suit is clean and branding is visible.
  • The “Team Player” Mindset: Show up early, stay late, and treat every sponsor staff member (from CEO to intern) with the same high level of respect.

Mastering the Sponsor Appearance

Every minute you spend with a sponsor is a chance to deliver value. This is a Micro-Activation.

  1. Talking Points: Always have 3-5 pre-approved talking points that seamlessly integrate the sponsor’s product. If asked about the race, pivot to their value: “The precision engineering from [Sponsor X] was the only reason we held the lead.”
  2. The Art of the Photo: Never leave without evidence. Position yourself, the logo, and the product effectively for your Content Engine (Module 6).
  3. Handling the Q&A: Turn every generic question into a value statement about high-performance mindset or brand alignment.

The Hospitality Masterclass

Client entertainment is High ROO (Return on Objectives). This is where high-value B2B deals are closed.

  • Be the Host, Not the Guest: Don’t sit in the corner. Work the room. Introduce key sponsor guests to one another.
  • Facilitate the Connection: Use your knowledge of the paddock to introduce your sponsor to other potential partners.
  • Post-Event Follow-Up: Send a personalized, professional thank you to the sponsor and the key guests you met on LinkedIn the next day.

Compliance and Reporting (The Proof)

Your attitude is a deliverable, but your documentation is the proof.

  • The Log: Every appearance, speech, and handshake must be logged with a timestamp and photo. This feeds directly into your Quarterly Report (Module 10).
  • Crisis Comms: In case of an incident on track, coordinate immediately with the sponsor/team PR. Adhere to social media guidelines (Module 4) and never post in anger.

Mindset: The best drivers make the sponsor look good. Flawless delivery on obligations is the surest path to renewal.