There’s an old saying: If you’re five minutes early, you’re on time. If you’re on time, you’re late and if you’re late, you’re fired.

Being late causes stress for you and everyone else.

After being late most of my life, now I’m almost always early. I add a little extra time to drive anywhere so I don’t risk getting a speeding ticket or fueling anyone’s road rage. Arrive early and you’ve scheduled in room to breathe.

Instead of being predictably late, arrive early and be the one everyone can count on.