For the next seven days, see if you can arrive early for scheduled appointments. Notice how this impacts upon your state of mind. Do meetings feel more spacious? Do you feel more relaxed and better prepared? Do you feel that more is actually accomplished? Sub-rule to this practice: If you are late, relax. Just be late. Don’t punish yourself
Marc Lesser, 3 practices to shift your relationship with time

I like this. You certainly feel more in control (of yourself > your contribution) if you arrive early. : ]