Running behind

Running in a group, your position shapes the experience.

A few steps ahead? You're in front.

A few behind? You're last, which feels like you're lagging, struggling to keep up. You're running behind.

Start a few moments earlier or sprint to pick up the pace, and suddenly, you're leading the group.

Deadlines work the same way. You'll produce the same amount of work either way, so I remind myself: Start early. Avoid running behind.