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.

Hope and Despair

As I walked through the halls at Moffitt with my sister, I saw a smorgasbord of emotions on the faces, and in the eyes, of the patients who were there for treatment. I saw hope and despair, tears and fortitude. I saw patients battling their demons … [Continue reading]

Celebrate Women

Don’t celebrate women because It was International Women’s Day, or because March is National Women’s History month. I think we should celebrate women every day of the year! Our lives, and so much of who we are, are defined by the women who … [Continue reading]

Success & Humility

She is a leading dermatologist in the city. A rare combination of talent, brains and beauty. My wife and I are particularly fond of her. Beyond all her success and accomplishments, what never seizes to amaze me is her humility and her earthy … [Continue reading]

Well Said…

I was educated once — it took me years to get over it.Mark Twain … [Continue reading]