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.

The Rainbow Maker

We all know that rainbows appear magically when sunshine follows rain, just as we know that there’s a pot of gold at the end of each rainbow, if you are intrepid enough to look for it! Then last weekend, I encountered the rainbow maker, at a … [Continue reading]

A Thought for the Day

The air of ideas is the only air worth breathing. — Edith Wharton … [Continue reading]

Something to Think About

The smallest gestures go the longest way. Touch a life with kindness, and they will accomplish unimaginable things. … [Continue reading]

Battling Our Demons

I can't imagine the pain of a father, and the agony of a family, whose young 23 year old daughter ended her life because her demons took over. We all have our moments of anguish and self doubt, and we all learn to battle our demons in different … [Continue reading]