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.
Gaining Respect. Counterpoint.
August 20, 2015 by
A member of the UT family messaged me privately defending Amazon, because, through her husband, she is also part of the Amazon family. She was emphatic about how well they take care of their people, and how considerate they are of their Amazon family … [Continue reading]
Losing Respect
August 19, 2015 by
What a let down when the world's first self proclaimed "customer-centric" company, Amazon, let's down its own people. Overworked, under appreciated, employees fearing for their livelihood when cancer and ill health strike. It's the wrong message. … [Continue reading]
Taking Responsibility
August 18, 2015 by
Human tendency is to deflect blame when we make a mistake. It is easy to point fingers for our own shortcomings, but a lot tougher to belly up to the bar and take responsibility and ownership of things gone awry, when we mess up. It's easy to see … [Continue reading]
Follow the Child
August 17, 2015 by
Today was an exciting day as we kicked off our 15th academic year. It was a pleasure to welcome the new children and hug the returning ones. Day 1 went went off smoothly. Yes, it will take time for the children to settle into their routines. Parents … [Continue reading]
