In the “ups and downs” of being a partner / MD, what are the “everyday ups” that you experience?

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I have this theory.... when I was an analyst, cranking out good quality work over the course of long days was what drove success...the more senior I got, the more success came down to what I would call “critical moments”. As a partner, these critical moments range from when things go wrong on an account to opening up new accounts or new work or ensuring that we are bringing the best from our firm to address the business challenges of the client. There is no better feeling for me than having a successful “critical moment”. It is where I add value, it is where my teams feel most supported, and it is rarely easy.

Oh and I should mention, one of those critical moments for me every week is coming home to my family. I strive to make sure I give this the same focus, energy, and drive that I give my clients.

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