- Selena Gomez lives by the rule: “If you’re on time, you’re already late”—and it’s a mindset that could help Gen Z thrive at work. As many young workers struggle with punctuality and deadlines, Gomez’s habits reflect professionalism, preparation, and respect. Studies show tardiness can cost workers their reputation—or even their job. With Gen Z missing deadlines at nearly four times the rate of boomers, her advice is a timely reminder that showing up early still matters.
While many Gen Zers say being 10 minutes late is still “on time,” successful people like Selena Gomez, who says she makes a point to show up 30 minutes early for work or meetings, offer a different path forward, explaining that showing up early has its own set of advantages.
