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.
Envy
January 7, 2019 by
Human nature is predictable, yet it never fails to surprise us. The tendency is to envy, with a sprinkle of jealousy, the success of others. Especially if it concerns those that are outside the inner circle. Dad was a wise man. He taught us … [Continue reading]
Words of Wisdom
January 4, 2019 by
Travel isn't always pretty. It isn't always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts, it even breaks your heart. But that's okay. The journey changes you -- it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and on … [Continue reading]
Never a Good Thing
January 3, 2019 by
“We are stronger as a team because she left, and we have not even replaced her yet”. It’s never a good thing, when you make a team stronger, by leaving. Make certain that this conversation is never about you, after you leave. … [Continue reading]
Time to Get to Work
January 2, 2019 by
The champagne is long gone, the decorations have been put away, and the holiday season has come to an end. Now it’s time to roll up the sleeves and get to work. 2019 — here we come. Part of my mantra for the New Year is to welcome new … [Continue reading]
