Why It’s Rude to Be Early

Why It’s Rude to Be Early

Bill Farquharson Bill Farquharson

Bill Farquharson

I make selling print/sign/label/promo easier, better, and more fun for people who can’t, won’t, or don’t know how.

发布日期: 2024年3月4日
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Good morning!?

There is more to being on time than just not being late.?

I remember my mom telling a story about how the British were painfully punctual. Show up early to an appointment—even by just a minute or two—and you would hear a Butler say, “You're early.” Likewise... finish reading or watch this week's Sales Tip here: https://salesvault.pro/why-its-rude-to-be-early/

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Louis Planzer

Stress Less Workshops Certified Trainer

1 年

Bob Hafertepen:? I believe your take on time is perfect!? 2 cents from Uncle Bill. L.W. Planzer?

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Sharon Ainger Flick

Communications Director at Great Lakes Graphics Association

1 年

Thank you for saying this! Whole-heartedly agree!

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Dave Hultin

? I provide marketing, technology, and AI training solutions that help printers sell more printing. ?

1 年

I agree with you, Bill Farquharson! At least I think I do. ?? What's the sweet spot for being considered later or early? For me, my eyes start to shift at 3 minutes on either side of the appointed time, and then I probably add 2 more "grace minutes" for a total of 5 minutes on either side. Curious where you draw the (time)line...

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Mark Vruno

Editor-in-Chief and Chief Correspondent of The Cannata Report

1 年

Hmmm, food for thought!

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Jim Fennell, MBA

1 年

Being right on time for a call or online meeting is doable, but an in-person appointment is different. I think being late is more disrespectful than being early. Depending on the drive, I'll allot an extra 10 minutes or more to cover potential traffic delays and arrive at the client's office on time. If early, just check emails in the parking lot or grab a coffee at a local DD. Then check in 5 minutes beforehand.

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