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.
Celebrate Diversity
July 13, 2018 by
Surround yourself and embrace people who do not pray like you, who do not look like you, who do not love like you and especially who do not vote like you. — Dr. Louis Profeta … [Continue reading]
“Improvise, Adapt, Overcome”
July 12, 2018 by
A common saying among US Marines, is to “improvise, adapt, and overcome”. Good advice for life. It really is a step up from rolling over and playing dead. Problems are nothing more than an opportunity for creative solutions. Address problems with … [Continue reading]
Playing the Victim
July 11, 2018 by
Ever got caught with your hand in the metaphoric cookie jar? The good ones learn to “own it”, and take responsibility for their actions. They learn to deal with the fallout of their poor choices, without making excuses. On the flip side are the … [Continue reading]
Finish Strong
July 10, 2018 by
The Japanese lost their soccer match at the World Cup, but taught us all a lesson when they left. They left their locker room in an immaculate, pristine, condition. The lesson: FINISH STRONG. And then there are those who leave positions of … [Continue reading]
