Punctuality is a habit that many people know about but choose to ignore because they underestimate its importance in their lives. Some have developed a very negating attitude, that arriving late for a meeting makes them look busy and important.

To the contrary, a person who arrives on time for any engagement stands to gain a lot more than a person who has a bad habit of arriving late, however important he/she might be in an organization or in the community.

Successful people are always well planed, value all engagements and are always on time. They know every engagement with others is an opportunity showcase them and open doors for any possible business opportunity that might be influenced by how they present themselves at any occasion. Being on time is one of the qualities successful people have internalized and mastered.

Here is a list of 10 positive ways you will be perceived for being punctual;

1. You show respect for the others.
2. You respect yourself enough to keep your word.
3. You prove that you can be trustworthy.
4. You are appreciated for being on time.
5. You are regarded as a reliable person.
6. You are taken seriously and on your word.
7. You build a strong reputation for your character.
8. You open doors and attract more opportunities to yourself.
9. You eliminate stress from your life by removing the anxiety of being late.
10. You do the right thing and feel good about it.

Be on time!!