Flash 10
John glanced nervously at his watch. The clock was ticking, and he knew that time was running out. He had to get to the meeting on time or risk losing a major client. But as luck would have it, traffic was at a standstill and there was no way he could make it in time.
Thinking quickly, John decided to take a shortcut through the side streets. He raced through narrow alleyways and dodged traffic, desperate to make up for lost time. The clock on his dashboard seemed to mock him as the minutes slipped away.
Finally, with beads of sweat forming on his forehead, John skidded to a stop outside the tall glass building where the meeting was being held. He sprinted through the lobby, his heart pounding in his chest, and burst through the conference room door just as the client was about to leave.
Breathless and disheveled, John apologized profusely for his tardiness. But to his surprise, the client merely smiled and waved away his apology. "Don't worry about it, John," he said. "I understand what it's like to be caught up in a rush. Let's get down to business."
Relieved and grateful, John launched into his pitch, pouring all his energy and passion into convincing the client that his company was the right choice. And to his delight, the client was impressed. By the end of the meeting, they had agreed to sign a deal that would be beneficial for both parties.
As John made his way back to his car, he couldn't help but smile. Despite the chaos and stress of the morning, everything had worked out in the end. He had learned a valuable lesson about the importance of perseverance and adaptability in the face of challenges.
From that day on, John made sure to always leave a little extra time for unexpected obstacles. And whenever he found himself in a tight spot, he remembered the words of the client: "Don't worry about it." Because in the end, things have a way of working themselves out, as long as you keep pushing forward.