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.

They Watch Us

Be careful what you say, and how you act in front of children. They watch us, and learn from us — the good, the bad, and the ugly.  They learn racism and hate from us. They learn kindness and compassion too. Don’t teach your children by the … [Continue reading]

Don’t Look the Other Way

Domestic abuse is real, and more prevalent than we are willing to acknowledge or accept. The signs are everywhere, black eyes, broken limbs, bruise marks around the neck. Embarrassed victims will often attribute these to a fall, an accident or some … [Continue reading]

Experts Count

Today Dr. Canody, a leading Pediatrician with BAYCARE Health, was the expert authority at our town hall on children and the virus. Brilliant work, by a brilliant lady. She educated, informed, and reassured. She alleviated concerns, shared the facts, … [Continue reading]

Difficult Decisions

There are no right answers. Stay open. Or close and wait till this blows over — if it ever does.  Keep you people employed and pay them their fair wage, or shut down a twenty year dream and send your people to fend for themselves or stand at the … [Continue reading]