One-off lateness can be the result of public transportation. Consistent lateness isn't.
Now, when is punctuality important? I don't care about 9 vs. 9:30 when getting into the office. I do care care about perpetually running 5 minutes late to a 15 minute team status meeting. There's an unspoken agreement at play; Meetings are short when people show up on time, ready to listen or speak.
Now, when is punctuality important? I don't care about 9 vs. 9:30 when getting into the office. I do care care about perpetually running 5 minutes late to a 15 minute team status meeting. There's an unspoken agreement at play; Meetings are short when people show up on time, ready to listen or speak.