From Climber to Custodian: The Emotional Commitment of a Partner

For years, I have thought about what is so cool about being a Partner in a Big 4, is it cool, how is it different from being in a corporation? How does this title, role, rank, position stand apart from being a leader in a "regular" company?

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Stewardship of the Ladder

My own career steps have been a hierarchical ascent— from not even being on the corporate ladder to swinging myself up on to that ladder, and then making a steady climb. I like to think that a Partnership is stewardship of that ladder. It’s about guiding the firm with a sense of collective responsibility. Partners are not just leaders; we are custodians of the firm's values, steering the organization towards sustainable success. #CorporateEquity #WomeninLeadership #CloseTheGap

Tiny Slice of a Giant Pie

As a Partner, I am the co-owner of the business, sharing in its profits, its risks, and its future. This entrepreneurial mindset drives me to innovate, to invest in my team, hopefully nurturing the next generation of leaders who will carry the firm’s legacy forward. #OpenDoorInnovation

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The Buck Stops at Partner

I see myself as one of many torchbearers of a legacy that stretches back over a century, a legacy of trust. To uphold the firm’s reputation for delivering value to clients, ensuring that every decision, every strategy, and every piece of advice is grounded in this ethos. EVERY single one.

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Client Relationships Beyond Transactions

My previous career season in a corporation taught me a focus on shareholder value and quarterly results. As a Partner it is a privilege to prioritize building deep, enduring relationships with clients, where mutual trust and respect drive long-term success. This relationship-based approach means that I am deeply invested in clients’ success, often becoming a trusted advisor. #BusinessTransformation

A Community of Equals

I experience Partners to be a unique community of equals. By design, it’s a model that emphasizes collective success over individual accolades. That being said, sure, we each have a book of business, but the overall health of the firm and the wellbeing of our people is a shared responsibility.

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The Emotional Commitment

At its core, being a Partner is emotional. It’s about more than achieving personal success; it’s about contributing to something greater than oneself. I often feel the responsibility to nurture not just mine but the future of my colleagues. It’s a title that demands not just professionalism but a deep emotional commitment.

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For me, being a Partner is a deeply fulfilling experience. It’s about being part of a legacy, embracing an entrepreneurial spirit, and fostering relationships built on trust and respect. It’s about stewardship. Making Partner those many years ago was not just a career milestone—it′s a testament to sheer hard work, and a reflection of unwavering dedication to #BuildingABetterWorkingWorld.