Early Bird Catches the Worm, The 🐦
Those who get there first have the best chance of success. This stricture appeared in William Camden’s book of proverbs (1605) and has remained part of the work ethic ever since. “Early bird” has been attached to restaurant offerings for diners who eat earlier than the prime hours. Such early bird specials feature lower prices. Similarly, early registration for conferences or hotels, purchases of tickets for air travel, concerts, and other events feature lower prices.
Related Terms & Similar Expressions
- “The early bird gets the worm”
- “First come, first served”
- “You snooze, you lose”
- “Strike while the iron is hot”
- “Make hay while the sun shines”
Synonyms
- Carpe diem
- Act promptly
- Timely intervention
Antonyms
- Procrastination
- Delayed action
- Latecomer
One-Liner Humor 🤣
- Why did the early bird break up with the worm? Too many issues; the worm was just too gullible!
Thought-Provoking Quote 🌟
“Seize the day, but also remember to breakfast early; success waits for no one after sunrise.” — Hannah Eagerbird
Encouraging Proverb 📜
“A flower blooms for those who wake up to smell it early.” — Old Gardeners’ Wisdom
Literary References
- ‘The Road Less Traveled’ by M. Scott Peck, emphasizing timely decisions.
- ‘Time is a River’ by Mary Alice Monroe, exploring the nature of seizing opportunities.
Movies & Songs
- “Dead Poets Society,” the timeless masterpiece encouraging seizing the day.
- “Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles, mirroring new opportunities.
- “Morning Person” from the Shrek musical, celebrating the merits of being an early riser.
Farewell Thought 💭: Time, like a swift river, does not wait. Be the early bird to catch your worm - success favors the timely and the prepared.
— Eliza T. Quickstart
