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Round Table China

Lying to friends. (When they're ALWAYS late)

Sep 17, 2024
26:36
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Heyang, an expert in social etiquette, joins fashion enthusiast Steve Hatherly and punctuality advocate Li Yi for a lively discussion on dealing with chronically late friends. They explore the ethics of lying about meeting times to ensure everyone arrives together, sharing personal anecdotes. The conversation shifts to interview attire, debating whether to play it safe with traditional suits or embrace personal style with options like professional shorts. Together, they navigate the complex world of time management and social expectations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Adjusting meeting times for chronically late friends can be seen as a practical tactic to ensure everyone enjoys the event together.
  • The debate over appropriate job interview attire highlights the need to balance personal expression with industry norms and expectations.

Deep dives

Navigating Habitual Lateness

Determining whether it's acceptable to mislead a notoriously late friend about meeting times sparks an interesting debate. Some argue that if a friend has a pattern of arriving late, adjusting their expected arrival time is a way to ensure they join everyone on schedule. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding each other's habits and how far one should go to accommodate them. Ultimately, open communication about these behaviors may be more beneficial than resorting to dishonesty.

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