Starting a role as a PE Associate at a UMM in 3 weeks. What are some tips for me to succeed?

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Anonymous

Good luck bro

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Thanks bro

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I'd probably ask one of the associates what the dress code is. Most firms are cool with a button down and slacks. Not too many old school firms out there that require you to wear a suit and tie every day but they still exist. Better to dress up than down. I'd maybe go with a suit with no tie (might as well keep a couple with you in your office). Try to grab coffee with some of the associates. See if there's anyone you can connect with off the bat (e.g., same school, bank, etc.). Don't be afraid to ask questions when you start. Your first 6 months is the best time to do so. Don't get too complacent and drop your guard, particularly with more senior folks. Try to find a sense for the different working styles of the mid and senior levels on your team. See if you might be able to find a potential mentor.
Be intellectually curious. Show that you're willing to go the extra mile. Learn from your mistakes (even absolute studs make them, the ones that get far are the ones who learn from them and don't keep repeating them). Try to win the trust of the people you're working for. Over time, try to take more responsibilities on and "play up" to doing senior associate / VP type tasks. Try to forge relationships with your co-workers. You don't have to be best friends with them but make an effort to get to know them. Don't get too carried away (office romances, getting overly drunk at the holiday party, saying off-color remarks, the whole works).

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Anonymous

Thanks. This is helpful.

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