So recently I received feedback from my manager and a partner that I talk too fast and utilize too many exclamation points. Have any of you received this feedback and if so, how did you handle it? I am a naturally fast talker being from the North East, but have definitely slowed down some living in the south, but I assume my excitement gets the best of me sometimes when in the middle of a pitch deck. As for my exclamation points, I thought I was doing a decent job of limiting them, while still being an enjoyable partner to work with. I didn't have this issue in my previous role, and was for the most part adored by my clients and partners, so I feel kinda stupid getting this feedback at this point in time.
TLDR: What did you find was a good balance between friendliness/excitement over your career and overkill?
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