Quote by Lord Nelson

I have always been a quarter of an hour before my time, and it has made a man of me.

I have always been a quarter of an hour before my time, and

Summary

This quote suggests that consistently being 15 minutes early to appointments or events has positively shaped the speaker's character. It implies that by habitually arriving ahead of schedule, the speaker has developed traits of responsibility, punctuality, and discipline. Being early may have also provided the speaker with an advantage, allowing them to have extra time to prepare or make a good impression. Ultimately, this quote showcases the personal growth and maturity that can be attributed to consistently practicing punctuality.

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Punctuality

By Lord Nelson

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