How did those that came before me manage the stress in the year of your partner candidacy? What would you have done differently?

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It’s been 10 years for me.

1. Work out - not for the body but for your head.
2. Don’t get lost in the rat chase. Anecdotally, it seems like the minute you focus on making partner above serving clients and focusing on people, you take yourself back; was true for me and others.
3. I’m going to sound sentimental, and some of you will roll your eyes and laugh. Enjoy the journey. It is a big milestone you’re going after. I think our sarcastic selves, especially here on FB, diminish a lot of that, but, man, it has defined my career and frankly life overall. Yes, it won’t be the only professional milestone and yes, a lot of other things in life are more important, and yes - this life ain’t always easy. I am incredibly thankful for the opportunities it gave my family and I - the professional and personal growth, the friends, financial security.

Good luck to you and all of you attempting this!

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Good answer

After all of the ups and downs and in-between to get to that point, the candidacy process itself was more like a victory lap. Practice with trusted leaders the talk track behind your business case.

Make sure all of the loose ends are buttoned up and the narrative is clear of how the case ties into the strategic direction of the firm / service line.

Lastly, there’s the realization that some aspects of the process are entirely out of one’s control. Accepting that is important.

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