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I turn up late to meetings to dodge small talk. Am I wrong?
A jury weighs in on whether a latecomer is simply using their time efficiently or disrespecting their colleagues.
Nature reached out to other scientists to review your behaviour. Are you guilty of rudeness or simply trying to use the time efficiently?
Comments from the jury
“I hate small talk too, but I think it’s disrespectful to arrive late when others have ma... [1800 chars]
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