Listen, kiddo, if you're gonna be late to work, at least be fashionably late. Take a few minutes to collect your thoughts, and remember, it's not just about being on time, it's about being on trend.
When in doubt, just pretend to be busy. Trust me, nobody will ever know the difference. Unless, of course, you're working for the government. In that case, just say you're on a top-secret mission.
And if all else fails, just blame it on the cat. They're always a convenient scapegoat.