Tips for a new consultant?

I will be starting my first role out of school soon at a reputable MM consulting firm.

Are there any tips that someone once in my shoes has? Doesn't have to be strictly consulting tips, but also 1st yr career advice? (i.e., best working methods, traveling, what you wish you knew, etc.)

Thanks!

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