It's not a personality thing
- Some people think that the less conscientious tend to run late, but research doesn't back that up.
- Some think optimistic people might not consider potential delays. Again, little research to confirm this.
- Being time urgent is a characteristic of people with type A personalities, meaning they have a constant desire to fit more into less time. But research suggests they may be more on time.
Studies show that those who check the clock more often tend to be on time.
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