Once there was a young man who was always running late for work. He would rush through his morning routine and barely make it to work on time.

One day, his boss called him into his office and said, “I’ve noticed you’re always rushing in late. I’m going to have to start deducting your pay for every minute you’re late.”

The young man was horrified and set multiple alarms to ensure he arrived on time. The next day, he arrived early and proudly told his boss, “I’m on time today!”

His boss looked at him and said, “Yes, but you’re wearing two different shoes.” The young man had been in such a rush that he hadn’t even noticed he was wearing mismatched shoes.

It’s important to slow down and pay attention to the little details, even when you’re in a hurry. Rushing can lead to careless mistakes that can be costly in both time and money. Take the time to double-check your work and make sure everything is in order before moving on.