[Verse 1] Started as a junior, coffee runs and copies made Learning how the partners speak in boardroom masquerade Staff accountants crunch the numbers, seniors guide the way Managers coordinate the chaos every single day [Chorus] Climb the ladder rung by rung S-M-P structure keeps us strong Staff to Senior, Manager too Principal then Partner's due Respect the chain, communicate clean Follow protocols, know what they mean [Verse 2] Email etiquette matters when you're messaging above Carbon copy your supervisor, formal tone with love Never bypass your manager to reach the partner's ear Document your conversations, make your progress crystal clear [Chorus] Climb the ladder rung by rung S-M-P structure keeps us strong Staff to Senior, Manager too Principal then Partner's due Respect the chain, communicate clean Follow protocols, know what they mean [Verse 3] Billable hours tracking, timesheets tell your story true Client development skills emerge when partnership's in view Mentorship and feedback loops accelerate your climb Performance reviews and goal setting keep you right on time [Bridge] From audit rooms to tax returns Each level brings new skills to learn Business development, client relations Building trust across all nations [Chorus] Climb the ladder rung by rung S-M-P structure keeps us strong Staff to Senior, Manager too Principal then Partner's due Respect the chain, communicate clean Follow protocols, know what they mean [Outro] Professional conduct guides your every move In the hierarchy, find your groove Years of dedication, expertise refined Partnership awaits the disciplined mind
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