Hi everyone,
I will be starting full time at big 4 in the M&A Tax group after I graduate from my accounting this program this December. I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how I could go in to work a step ahead? Whether it be material to read up on or anything like that. I want to stay in the group for a good while and don’t want to be a low performer.
Thank you!

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I'm gonna level with ya, there isn't much you can do before you start. You might read a book and find one specific fact to apply to one specific meeting, but nothing you do right now is going to make a huge difference in your day to day life once you start.

You did everything right, got your offer. Enjoy the time off.

The same applies to networking - there was a question about this earlier last week. While it is true that networking leads to favorable staffing, cold-adding partners before your start date isn't going to do much either.

Relax!

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I agree Its admirable that you want to get ahead but there isn't much you can do.

IBM makes a good point. While you can stay updated on new in the industry and trends, you will pretty much be taught everything you need to know once you start. Take initiative then and you'll be great.

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