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 never truly understand a person unless you consider things from their point of view. — Harper Lee, To Kill a Mocking Bird. … [Continue reading]

Lessons From the Gridiron

"The mark of a good leader is not how good they are, but how they make everyone around them better." That was Marshal Faulk, Pro Football Hall of Fame running back, talking about his teammate Kurt Warner. Time for business people to learn a lesson … [Continue reading]

The Path of Least Resistance

It's easy to ride a bike downhill, go down a flight of stairs, or to do the least amount of work to check boxes in order to complete an assignment. The good ones go the extra mile. Take initiative. Inspire others to get better by how hard they … [Continue reading]

A Leader Among Us

Leaders who inspire others to get better are rare. Couple this unique trait with loyalty, and you have a winner on your hands. Meet Laurie March, who has made an indelible impact and contribution to our Montessori schools for over a decade. After … [Continue reading]