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.

Toasting Accomplishment

A year of hard work is now in the rear view mirror.  Cap and gown in hand, they graduate with their Masters degrees.  Let the celebration begin.   Today, I took the “gang” for a drink, to toast their accomplishments.  I am so proud of this … [Continue reading]

Grades Don’t Count

“I really need that “A” Dr. R.  Or it’s going to kill my GPA.”  News for you Kid — Grades don’t count.   What counts is grit, hustle, execution and a  laser focus on getting stuff done.  Skills are important, as is intellect. What’s more … [Continue reading]

The Void Remains

It’s been more than a few months since my brother passed away.  The chair on the patio on which he often sat for hours, looking out over the golf course, was empty.  His ringing laughter around the dinner table was long gone. His larger than life … [Continue reading]

Ain’t That the Truth

The last of human freedoms is one's ability to choose one's attitude in a given set of circumstances.Viktor Frankl … [Continue reading]