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.

Keeping Score

I played golf with some of my UT folks today. It was a warm day after the powerful storm yesterday. We were a bunch of hackers hitting little white balls around a lush green course with a degree of frivolity. We played for fun with no one keeping a … [Continue reading]

Silence is Spoken Here

"Silence is Spoken Here." This sign greeted me where-ever I turned at Gethsemani. Three days removed from my monastic experience, I have a greater appreciation for the power of silence, and of listening.  I think listening is the most important … [Continue reading]

A Tribute to Ollie

Recently my wife's uncle and one of my favorite educators, Mr. Oliver Hakeem, passed away. Mr. Hakeem taught at one of the premier private boarding schools in India, Sherwood College, Nainital, where I was privileged to be his student. As we look … [Continue reading]

Who Have You Inspired Today?

Today I had the distinct pleasure of having lunch with General Karl Horst, Chief of Staff at Central Command (CentCom) at MacDill Air Force Base. His firm handshake and piercing eyes were humbling. I knew I was meeting a true American Hero. His … [Continue reading]