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Lesson 05 · Punctuality

Being Late Is a Decision

Punctuality signals respect. Lateness signals the opposite, every time.

What to do

  • 1

    Arrive 10–15 early. At the building — enough buffer to walk in calm.

  • 2

    Check in 5 before. Showing up at reception 20 minutes early puts quiet pressure on the interviewer.

  • 3

    Plan the route the day before. Traffic, parking, transit — decide it all in advance.

  • 4

    Buffer beats rushing. Technically on time but visibly flustered still sets a bad tone.

  • 5

    Virtual: log in 5 early. And test your mic, camera, and link well before that.

  • 6

    Running late? Say so. Call or email the moment you know — never just show up late.

-15 minArrive at the building
-10 minFind the floor, settle in
-5 minCheck in at reception
0 minInterview starts
+5 minLate (negative impression)

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