Jack Benny: We're a little late, so good night, folks.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jack ends the show late with a standard sign-off, acknowledging the delay.
- In plain terms
- They are running late so he ends the show.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge time issues when concluding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you manage time limits?
- What is the best way to end late?
Another view
Being late repeatedly undermines reliability.
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