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“About working with Marilyn Monroe.We got along very well. My only complaint about her was that she was late all the time, but she was late out of fear as much as anything else, but it was hard to sit around and wait. She was usually an hour or two late every morning.” quote by Lauren Bacall
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“About working with Marilyn Monroe.We got along very well. My only complaint about her was that she was late all the time, but she was late out of fear as much as anything else, but it was hard to sit around and wait. She was usually an hour or two late every morning.”

Lauren Bacall

About This Quote

Marilyn Monroe was often late due to fear, making collaboration frustrating.

In simple terms: Monroe's lateness stemmed from anxiety, causing delays.

Key Takeaway

Anticipate and accommodate anxiety‑driven tardiness.

Themes

professionalism timeliness anxiety collaboration

Mood

frustrated empathetic

Type

observational advice

When to use this quote

  • film sets
  • studio shoots
  • rehearsals
  • press events

Key Concepts

psychology interpersonal dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you support a colleague whose lateness is fear‑based?
  • What strategies reduce anxiety‑related delays?
A Different Perspective

Late arrivals may disrupt schedules and affect team morale.

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