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.
Bad Choices, Bad Outcomes
August 23, 2017 by
We are creatures of habit, and seldom thoroughly consider the consequences of our actions. We are all guilty of making bad choices at some point in our lives — the people we hire; the people we trust who let us down; that last drink we should … [Continue reading]
Slimanoff
August 21, 2017 by
I don't know Dave well. He is the "complementary spouse" to my good friend and colleague, Britt Shirley. I have met Dave on more than one occasion and exchanged idle chatter and small talk. Dave Simanoff was, physically, a large man, on his way to … [Continue reading]
Time To Move On….
August 18, 2017 by
When a relationship is over, business or personal, it's time to move on.... Watering a dead plant, never brings it back to life. There really is no point in watching a dead flower rot. Focus, instead, on the little bud that holds the promise of a … [Continue reading]
Our World of Hate
August 17, 2017 by
I can't fathom our world of hate. Driven by color, perceived economic persecution, and historical benchmarks — and sometimes just because we can — we hate with greater fervor than with which we love. I don't understand any of it. It saddens me … [Continue reading]
