The quality of being prompt, precise, or exact in regards to time
The concept of punctuality reflects one's ability to consistently arrive to an appointment or event at or before the scheduled time of said appointment or event.
Growing up, I was taught to be punctual. Whether it be a doctor's appointment, a family bbq, a job interview, or arriving at the airport, it was always better to arrive on-time or perhaps even a little earlier rather than risk being late. From a professional standpoint, this has always served me well. Being punctual for work, interviews, or meetings reflects on one's character as being organized while also showing respect for others' time. Even when I'd surf before work with … more
As the other reviewer of this subject of puntuality, I have also been taught to be on time. With that teaching, I have also expected others to respect my time by being on time. Over the years, I have eliminated habitual violators of punctuality from my life, some close friends. No matter how close friends they were, after hearing so many lame excuses, I have concluded they are simply taking our friendship for granted, hence not worthy of my friendship. … more