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.
27 & Counting
She must be a Saint. Or madly in love with me. That is the only plausible explanation as to why Rohini has put up with me all these years. Tomorrow we celebrate our 27th wedding anniversary, and I clearly got the better end of this deal. She has … [Continue reading]
What Makes You Happy?
Brilliant insight from Bill Gates. I could not have said it better: I measure my happiness by whether people close to me are happy and love me, and by the difference I make in other people's lives … [Continue reading]
Your Inner Candle
What fuels the glow of your inner candle? What passion burns within you that drives you every single day, and that energizes you like nothing else? Find that fuel, that purpose, that single minded focus that makes your soul glow. The day our inner … [Continue reading]
Outdoor Spaces
The thing I like best about America is her outdoor spaces. I love that one can walk along the street and not be jostled by crowds. I love that one can hike on mountain trails or stroll in city parks and not see another person for extended periods of … [Continue reading]