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.

Now

Forever is composed of nows.Emily Dickinson … [Continue reading]

Misguided Reality

If I disagree with you, does that mean I am emitting negative energy, or am I providing constructive feedback to make you better?  When we chase a mirage and mistake it for the real thing, we only fool ourselves. I’d much rather be surrounded … [Continue reading]

Trust Your Gut

Important decisions in business, like in life, should not be driven by data and research alone. Beyond using our heads, we must learn to use our hearts and to trust our gut.  Immanuel Kant said it perfectly — the goal for having greater … [Continue reading]

Never Stop Grinding

Sunflowers end up facing the sun, but they go through a lot of dirt to find their way there.J.R. Rim … [Continue reading]