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.
Thought For The Day
February 26, 2014 by
A number of my graduating students are often bewildered and frustrated by a lack of direction and knowing what they want to do with their lives. The answer is complex. The decision process is simple. Sometimes knowing what you don't want, can be more … [Continue reading]
When a Hire Goes Wrong
February 25, 2014 by
A dear friend, a CEO of a major organization, was clearly troubled by a high level hire that has been less than ideal. A cultural disconnect has left my buddy feeling tied up in knots. The promise of competence and the bright lights of the resume … [Continue reading]
Develop Killer Mechanisms
February 24, 2014 by
The key to successful innovation is creative thinking and creative destruction. Out with the old, in with the new. The goal is to allocate resources for innovation with an end deliverable in mind. Innovation without objectives is a little bit like … [Continue reading]
A Partnership That Works — An Exception to the Norm
February 21, 2014 by
"Don't ever take a business partner," was the sage advice from my dad, many ions ago. He had been burnt on more than one occasion by his partner — his partner a victim of myopic thinking and jealousy that stemmed from financial and emotional … [Continue reading]
