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.
Happy Veterans Day
November 11, 2021 by
True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.Arthur Ashe … [Continue reading]
Real Diversity
November 10, 2021 by
We don’t become diverse by talking about diversity. We become diverse by living it, every single day. The way to do it is to learn about other cultures. You don’t have to hire expensive consultants and coaches for diversity training — come spend a … [Continue reading]
When They Die Young
November 9, 2021 by
A 32 year old lady, out for her morning walk, collapses and dies within minutes. A young family devastated, and broken, even before life could really begin. Why is life so cruel sometimes? How does a young man pick up the pieces of his life, when his … [Continue reading]
Diwali
November 8, 2021 by
This was a difficulty Diwali, as I suffered through the loss of my brother, my friend Judi, and a dear friend suffered through the loss of her father. There were tears and heartbreak, yet there was hope and love. The festivities though subdued, were … [Continue reading]
