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.
Give a Damn
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I have a very strong feeling that the opposite of love is not hate - it's apathy. It's not giving a damn.Leo Bus … [Continue reading]
Husbandville
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There is a silent code to successful matrimony for us men who have been married a while. We live in a world where our wives are always right, where their needs are front and center and where walking on eggshells is an art form. We have … [Continue reading]
For Those Who Fight
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A shoutout to two of my favorite fighters, Ranjana & Judi - I love you! “You have to fight through some bad days to earn the best days of your life.“ … [Continue reading]
IQ Versus EQ
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Strike a balance between the IQ and EQ of a prospect when you build a team. It’s a lot easier to find smart people than it is to find the right person with the right level of emotional intelligence. Transformational leadership is about … [Continue reading]