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.

Our Broken World

Our world is broken. People dying in isolation, due to a dreaded disease, with no last hugs or goodbyes. A black man killed by a white cop and mayhem has followed.  Angry mobs and broken hearts.  Unemployment is at an all time high, and mental … [Continue reading]

A 180…

We put too much emphasis on success, wealth and social status. I think we should shift the paradigm, and do a 180 on redefining success. I think we should define success in terms of being happy, being fulfilled, and in making a difference in the … [Continue reading]

Seek Happiness

At the end of the day, being happy is more important than just about anything else. “The only thing I have ever wanted, is my daughter to be happy”.  That was Judi giving me insight during one of our many conversations.  More than … [Continue reading]

It’s the “Want To…”

Marshall Yanda played professional football for 13 years in the NFL, making it to 8 Pro Bowls. As an offensive linesman he played at a a big boy weight of 312 pounds. Since he retired, he has dropped 67 pounds based on a disciplined regiment of diet … [Continue reading]