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.
Generous Orthodoxy
August 18, 2016 by
Malcolm Gladwell's 'Revisionist History' podcast by the same title, eloquently tells the moving story of Chester Wenger (a 98 year old Mennonite pastor) who was banished from his church for officiating his son, Phil's, same-sex marriage. No easy task … [Continue reading]
Plan With Purpose
August 17, 2016 by
Action without planning is a little bit like throwing mud against a wall. Eventually something will stick. Planning without action is an exercise in futility. A little bit like the hamster at our Montessori preschool — the little guy moves fast on … [Continue reading]
Just Grind
August 16, 2016 by
We marvel at the athletic prowess of the super human performers during these Olympic Games. We watch in awe at their speed on the field, knifing through the water in the swimming pool, and fifteen year olds flying gracefully through the air with … [Continue reading]
Sacrifice
August 15, 2016 by
What are we willing to give up for what we want to achieve? Are we willing to work tirelessly without focus on reward? Are we willing to sleep less and live on less? Are we willing to put our lives on hold so that we can chase our dreams and … [Continue reading]
