Why be on time

And roll on outta there. Overcoming Lateness Transforming yourself from chronically late to perfectly punctual is a big task.

Just once. Just to see how it feels. Note your reaction. Are you relieved or anxious? Proud or bored as hell? Then work your way up from there.

Step 1: Relearn to tell time. Every day for two weeks, write down each task you have to do and how long you think it will take. Time yourself as you go through your list — showering and dressing, eating breakfast, driving to work, picking up the dry cleaning, doing the dishes — and write the actual time next to your estimate. Step 2: Never plan to be on time. Late people always aim to arrive to the minute, leaving no room for contingency.

Say you need to get to work at 9 a. You assume it takes exactly 12 minutes to get to work, so you leave at If you miss one traffic light or have to run back inside to grab an umbrella, it becomes impossible to make it in on time. Both DeLonzor and Morgentern say you should plan to be everywhere 15 minutes early. Step 3: Welcome the wait. If the thought of getting anywhere ahead of time freaks you out, plan an activity to do in the interim. In fact, it will probably just amplify your bad feelings.

Try this: Every time your friend is late by 15 minutes or more, she pays for dessert. Let me encourage you to take pride in being a person who is always on time and prepared for your appointments. Remember, there is no downside in showing up early, but there is significant downside to showing up late. Is being on time a challenge for you? I encourage you to share your experiences in the comment section below. You can be respected, as someone who is always on time, if being on time is important to you.

Todd Smith is a successful entrepreneur of 34 years and founder of Little Things Matter. Every lesson will help you become more successful in your personal and professional life. Why Be on Time? Being on time: Demonstrates that you are diligent and dependable. Indicates that you honor your commitments and you can be trusted. Shows that you have respect for other people and that you care as much about their time as your own.

Sets a good example for your children and others who look up to you. Builds self-confidence and success. Less common: Prolonged erection, I will be takenafter a combined approach. Share Post. Connect with Little Things Matter. This article covers some of the reasons why you should prioritize being on time, as well as some top tips to help you achieve it. You want to spend time with them doing something nice, planning a fun trip, or perhaps helping them through a breakup.

Work-wise, being on time to meetings with new clients may help you gain new business and make more money for your company. In general life, it means no missed travel arrangements, no rushing to fit things in, and no compromising on things. Sometimes that means completing and delivering a project within a deadline so that other people can do their jobs properly. Whatever it is, people make plans around times and you need to show up in order to keep those plans on the right track.

So, now you can understand the value of being on time, here are some great ways to ensure you follow through. Decide what time you need to set an alarm to get ready, then a reminder halfway through the allotted time to give you a nudge, and then another 2 reminders for when you need to leave.