What skills and personality traits do you see in successful MM HF analysts and PM’s

Have an offer at a MM HF out of undergrad (P72,Citadel, Mill) and have a pretty basic understanding of the business model.

I was curious in understanding personality traits and qualities that make someone fit for the role and successful in the long term.

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