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.

Words of Wisdom

Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.Dalai Lama … [Continue reading]

Elusive Talent 

In  business, we are only as good as the people who buy into the vision, and then make the dream work. We can’t go at it alone — certainly not effectively.  It really does takes a tribe to pull it all together.   Get the right people, invest in … [Continue reading]

When the Tail Wags the Dog

When a dog wags it’s tail, it is a sign of unbridled joy and happiness.  When the tail wags the organizational dog, there is utter confusion.  Don’t let bureaucracy get in the way of effective progress.  When we get bogged down in … [Continue reading]

The Fragility of Life

A young woman battles the demons of an anxious mind.  A lady braces for the news after a battery of medical tests.  The brave ones battle cancer with a single minded focus.   We each carry our own cross with fortitude, or simple … [Continue reading]