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.

Wise Words

Train them so they can work anywhere in the world.  Treat them so well, that they never want to leave.  I think Richard Branson said something to this effect. Wiser words have rarely been spoken.   … [Continue reading]

Stars in the Sky

I often look up and wonder if those that I have loved and lost walk the heavens, or are they the stars that sparkle in the sky? I think of Mom and Dad and Nirmal. I think of Alan and Judi. The ache and the heartbreak they collectively left is … [Continue reading]

The Real Irony

The real irony of our times, is that those that vow to protect the unborn child do absolutely nothing to protect the little children who go to school. These soul-less politicians have no problem taking away the rights of women, but feel no shame … [Continue reading]

Dr. P.K. Shukla

In some strange way, PK changed the trajectory of my life.  He was my mentor and Professor at Chapman in 1985.  I was his Graduate Assistant and he taught me the in’s and outs of the consulting business.   Mild mannered with a soft … [Continue reading]