> we operate on the idea of freedom + accountability > YMMV Exactly. If your culture and environment is built on that framework, than it would inconsistent t

> we operate on the idea of freedom + accountability > YMMV Exactly. If your culture and environment is built on that framework, than it would inconsistent to be a stickler for time, etc... However, there are many organizations where this is not the case. An accounting firm or law firm might need people in their seats early in the day in case a client comes by, so they see what they are getting for their money. A commercial real estate management company might need people wearing suits and ties to impress and demand better terms and higher lease rates from their tenants, etc... There is an amazing book called, "Broken Windows, Broken Business" about how cleaning up grafitti in NY Subways led to a huge drop in crime. When people see you care about something as trivial as coming late...they will be damn sure not to screw up something important or be late with a client, etc... People need to be aware of how their behavior influences others and in my experience, employees rarely see beyond themselves when it comes to minutia they dont understand.