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Better to be late and right. Better to be late and right and transparent about how you got there.
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The quote values correctness over speed, but adds that arriving at the right answer is not enough by itself. Being transparent about how you reached it lets others understand and assess the process. It presents delay as acceptable when it leads to a sound result and an honest account of the steps taken.
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