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.

From the Archives — August 2016

The following post is from the blog archives from a year ago (originally published on August 17, 2016 http://www.5oclockreflections.com/plan-with-purpose-2/). Action without planning is a little bit like throwing mud against a wall. Eventually … [Continue reading]

#28

It has been a nostalgic journey down memory lane as I start my 28th year at The University of Tampa. The memories are vivid. The journey, not the easiest at times, yet fulfilling in so many ways. The difference has been the people — my family, my … [Continue reading]

Words of Wisdom

Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep. — Scott Adams … [Continue reading]

Carlos

Everyday I am inspired by young people around me. One individual who tops my list is Carlos Mercado, a fitness coach at the local YMCA and a full time undergraduate student at the University of South Florida. Carlos is a young man who just turned … [Continue reading]