Analyst proactivity

Recently had a chat with the higher-ups and my fellow analysts that we have to be more proactive going forward when staffed on deals, pitches, etc. I do try my best to check in with the associates/VPs to see if I can help with anything, but looks like I'm not doing it enough.

To all the associates/VPs/Directors out there, what level of proactivity are you looking for? I know it's not an excuse, but I'm still learning the ropes a bit in my first year and sometimes need a bit of guidance on how things should proceed. Also, I've always seen banking as being very focused on hierarchy/ chain of command so I figured that the orders would flow down from top to bottom. That being said though, I do know that I need to take more initiative in order to remain in my group's good graces.

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