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.

Food for Thought

You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. — Kahlil Gibran … [Continue reading]

Align Philosophically

When people in an organization are not philosophically aligned to the existing vision and mindset, they are doomed to fail. I have often heard that we should 'hire for talent, and retain for character'. Part of that character is a common mindset. … [Continue reading]

Crocodile Arms

I often find that I am the one reaching for my wallet when it comes time to settle the bill. I love the GEICO commercial where the crocodile's arms come in to play. Too short to reach for the check, yet long enough to chow down. There are those … [Continue reading]

Magnanimity

I have seen a genuine kindness with which Rohini treats those that are not as particularly fortunate as us. Maybe it stems from her humble beginnings in a small town in India, or maybe this kindness is intrinsic to her DNA. Either way, her ability to … [Continue reading]