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.
Subway Sabotage
July 9, 2015 by
That's the problem with people endorsing products. More likely than not, they will let you down. Pick a mouse (sorry Mickey) or the Rock of Gibraltar to be the face of your company. They are less likely to do stupid things. Now it's Jared. Yes, … [Continue reading]
The Ugly “C” Word — AGAIN
July 8, 2015 by
What is happening around us? News of two more people diagnosed with Cancer. One, a friend and colleague. The other, a former Dean who believed in me and went to bat for me to ensure I got the credit he thought I deserved. How often do we go to bat … [Continue reading]
Be Wise, Not Smart
July 7, 2015 by
Wisdom is significantly more important than intelligence. Intelligence is innate. Wisdom is acquired through the school of hard knocks. Intelligence allows you to learn from your own mistakes. Wisdom — from the mistakes of others. Focus on being … [Continue reading]
The Colosseum
July 6, 2015 by
I recently visited the Colosseum in Rome and a sense of dark sadness clouded over me. I could picture the agile and courageous gladiators in the arena. The pensive part was the sadism and cruelty of the Roman emperors — I was overcome with … [Continue reading]
