September 5, 2026 — 5:00am

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“Leave earlier” is the obvious advice for those who run late. Then again, the business of punctuality is more nuanced than it might appear (how late is late ?) And also, does anyone really want dinner guests turning up exactly on time – like, well, psychopaths?

If that sounds defensive, you may be right. While I’ve never missed a plane or a critical work deadline, I have a tendency, when it comes to social engagements, to arrive right on the cusp of – and, regrettably, sometimes beyond – the period of grace…

Read the full article at SMH.COM.AU