Forget running late — arriving early is the real social faux pas

Being early can disrupt the flow of an event (Picture: Getty Images)

While being late is often frowned upon, showing up early to a personal gathering comes with its own subtle social penalty.

We have long heard phrases like ‘if you’re on time, you’re late,’ and in professional settings, that rule still holds.

But when it comes to personal gatherings, dinner parties, or casual get-togethers, early arrival disrupts the host’s carefully timed routine.

Where some may see early arrivals as enthusiastic or willing to lend a h...