Companies aren’t the only ones with brands. You have a brand as well.

Each of us in fact has a personal brand. And just like a brand impacts a company’s performance, our personal brand impacts us as well.

The good news is that there are simple and effective ways to improve our personal brand. Here’s one that will make a big difference.

In 2018, show up to meetings five minutes early.

Being early consistently will not only build your personal brand as someone who is prepared and punctual, it’s a fantastic way to honor the people with whom you work.

For those of you who are already punctual, what is one tip you could share with us that helps you accomplish this?