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.
It’s in the Details….
People often say “don’t sweat the small stuff.” I disagree. I always tell my students, and my staff, to "sweat the small stuff." The small stuff is what bridges the chasm between success and failure. The devil is in the details….. … [Continue reading]
Our Culture of Shame
Seldom do people who have been publicly shamed step into the spotlight to tell their story. I saw the TED Talk presentation by the infamous Monica Lewinsky. Yes, THAT Monica Lewinsky, who almost brought down a presidency. We have heard, and … [Continue reading]
Innovation, Engagement and Impact
Ivory tower research in academe is driven by those who write for academic journals — writings that are filed away in libraries and databases, and become obscure overtime. The tide has changed at smaller, teaching driven, schools that focus on … [Continue reading]
Worth Thinking About…
We can never judge the lives of others, because each person knows only their own pain and renunciation. It's one thing to feel that you are on the right path, but it's another to think that yours is the only path. — Paulo Coelho, Brazilian Author … [Continue reading]