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.
Bella Balloon
A skittish, malnourished basset looked at us with shifty eyes as we scoped the 40 odd bassets that were running free at the rescue home. Clearly abused and part of a puppy-mill, her udders swept the ground as she walked. There was something very … [Continue reading]
Words of Wisdom
If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. — Milton Berle … [Continue reading]
Making Amends
My friend Jerry Kyle sent me a quote earlier today — he called it words to live by. The advice is simple: “It’s never too late to make things right.” A straightforward directive, yet difficult to carry out. The human tendency is to blame the … [Continue reading]
United Airlines SUCKS (in any language)
Finally, my Soapbox!!!!!!!! This is a first -- using this medium to vent. In reference to United Airlines, I actually googled "you suck" in different languages, but decide against the translations — better safe than sorry on what I might come up … [Continue reading]