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.
Small Talk
October 6, 2015 by
I find small talk exhausting. I am not talking about shooting the bull with my golf buddies, or being silly around my family. Small talk occurs frequently at "networking" events and business lunches, when people exchange pleasantries, curry favor, or … [Continue reading]
Learning From Our Children
October 5, 2015 by
One of my favorite thing as an educator is to observe children interact with each other. Friendships are formed, compliments are given and sometimes unkind words are said too. It is all part of the equation. Our job is to redirect, teach and nurture … [Continue reading]
What Type of Leader are You?
October 2, 2015 by
To lead people, walk beside them ... As for the best leaders, the people do not notice their existence. The next best, the people honor and praise. The next, the people fear; and the next, the people hate ... When the best leader's work is done the … [Continue reading]
Subject Matter Experts
October 1, 2015 by
I am amused how instantaneously some people claim to be subject matter experts. The irony is that the higher they are in the organizational hierarchy, the quicker they make the claim. Expertise requires a level of skill and insight that it is not … [Continue reading]
