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.

Transitions

The unknown - it is scary, exciting, adrenaline-inducing, all at once. Still, I would not advise you to embrace the familiar, the safe, or the comfortable just because it is also the known. No, I urge you to make the leap! I have just made a … [Continue reading]

Something To Think About

He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight. — Sun Tzu … [Continue reading]

The Bobbleheads

Are you a bobblehead? Do you nod in agreement with your boss only because she or he is the boss? Does a position of leadership entitle a CEO, or a Manager, to expect everyone to agree with them? I think the problem is common, and counter productive, … [Continue reading]

Do We Ever Really Know Each Other?

Why are we usually let down by those that we nurture and help the most? We may offer a comforting shoulder to a friend in need, or open our hearts and wallets, and expect nothing in return. And every now and then, these very people behave in … [Continue reading]