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.

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday starts tomorrow. It kicks off the charitable season for the holidays and teaches us to truly give back to people who are less fortunate. It doesn’t have to be monetary — giving money is the easy part. A simple card, a hand made … [Continue reading]

My Top 10 “Tongue-in-Cheek” Gratitude List

I am grateful for: 10. All the stupid people in this world, who make me feel smart 9. For silly dogs who have an in-built alarm clock set for 4:15 a.m. 8. For my nightly chore of walking dogs who have no interest in walking 7. For 300 … [Continue reading]

A Grateful Heart

I love this time of year. The Holidays are here and Turkey Day is upon us with all its trimmings. Gratitude is as much about appreciating our lot in life as it is about sharing our blessings with others. Gratitude is a mindset. A sense of deep … [Continue reading]

Boston

The city of Boston has a youthful vibrancy that has defined Americana for centuries. As a critical center of the American Revolution, Boston has a rustic charm defined by its brick facade buildings. Don’t let the old architecture fool you. Today, … [Continue reading]