Tips to becoming a middle bucket analyst
I know everyone here wants to be a top bucket analyst, but I’d appreciate any tips for becoming a middle bucket analyst.
Appreciate any input from the middle of the pack analysts.
I know everyone here wants to be a top bucket analyst, but I’d appreciate any tips for becoming a middle bucket analyst.
Appreciate any input from the middle of the pack analysts.
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Why not aim high hit low
Just keep that mindset
Do good work.
Don't seek out extra work.
Hours on your time card should be inflated by 10-15%.
If you see emails come in on the weekend, be slow to respond.
If your work is good, but you are "slow" with the occasional burst to get things done. you will land middle easy.
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