How should I speak during my SA stint?

Hey guys, I'm going to be commuting to NYC as an SA this summer, and my question is: how do I...speak? Like, I'm just worried about coming off the wrong way if I have the wrong tone of voice or anything, so I would really appreciate some input. Also, do I have to speak in a different tone or in a different way if the person I'm talking to is a different rank, i.e. speaking to an MD vs. an associate? How about men vs. women, or certain minorities? Sorry about all the questions guys but I just want to make sure I do the right thing. Thanks!

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Like a fucking BOSS.

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yo gucci mane u should be speekin like a baller, wit a clear distink tone and crispyness. be confidint and sound lik u been educated good cause the last thang u wanna do is give the appeerence u a sloppy communicater

 

I think I know where this post is going, but even if I dont:

You can try and sound as polished / white shoe as you want, but you will be working at the office for 100 hours / week.

There is only so long you can be fake before the real you comes out. Just be yourself within the boundaries of your firm's culture.

There is stuff I say to my friends and certain words that I would never utter at the office. Use common sense. If you do not have common sense, you have bigger problems to worry about.

 

3 MS but so much win, something isn't right here.

The answer to your question is 1) network 2) get involved 3) beef up your resume 4) repeat -happypantsmcgee WSO is not your personal search function.
 

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The answer to your question is 1) network 2) get involved 3) beef up your resume 4) repeat -happypantsmcgee WSO is not your personal search function.

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