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.
Sister Thappa – The Other Mother – A Repost from the Archives
February 8, 2018 by
Originally posted to my blog on September 26, 2013, this still rings true today: I grew up in a British boarding school in the foothills of the Himalayas in India, spending 13 years of my life in those mountains. I lived and studied in that … [Continue reading]
Biker Girl
February 7, 2018 by
She sat in the front row during a research class, about a decade ago, barely ever speaking. She never really needed to — her work spoke for itself. Rebecca has been part of my life for a very long time. Married to a professional musician, she loves … [Continue reading]
My Weakness
February 6, 2018 by
I remember standing on the other side of the glass, at the hospital nursery, staring at this little face, swaddled in a blanket. I stood there, for what seems like an eternity, soaking in, the new purpose of my life. At first glance, I lost my heart … [Continue reading]
Amy Child
February 5, 2018 by
Meet Amy Harris. Travel buddy, partner in crime and one of my closest friends. We met at UT more than a decade ago, where she heads up the MBA Program and wears multiple hats. We were born on different continents about 72 hours apart, in the same … [Continue reading]
