Welcome to 5 O’Clock Reflections, a daily blog by Hemant Rustogi as he explores lessons learned in life, business, and his quest for wisdom. Each month Hemant invites a person who intrigues him, to join him for a 5 pm interview to share their insights over their favorite cocktail. You can learn more here.
Young Love
Dressed to the hilt, she looked beautiful as she headed out for her first anniversary celebration. Her husband, one of the nicest guys you will be ever meet, affectionately opened the car door for her. Their 10 month old daughter snuggled … [Continue reading]
Democracy
I talk democracy to these men and women. I tell them that they have the vote, and that theirs is the kingdom and the power and the glory. I say to them You are supreme: exercise your power. They say, That's right: tell us what to do; and I tell them. … [Continue reading]
Talent Counts
We rarely ever appreciate talented people, till they decide to leave and wave goodbye. Then we hustle — “what can we do to keep you? how can we make this worth your while?” By then, it is often too late. That ship has already … [Continue reading]
The Butterfly “Messiah”
At a time when race, politics and the pandemic dominate the national landscape, our very own Gloria “Boom Boom” Cannon is altering the physical landscape in her own special way. She is planting milkweed and saving the Monarchs. Her message? … [Continue reading]