Good question, Mary.
First ensure you read the alerts, after logging in so that you do not miss valuable tips and information from SFI
Next review you red tabs to ensure you not only get the VPs they carry, but also qualify for the next day's Daily Grand.
Go to the Ask SC and go through the knowledge pool to build up your knowledge base.
Go to the Forum to also build up your knowledge base, and do not forget to congratulate the Champions for the day as well as celebrate with those who are celebrating one success or the other.
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