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.

Downtown, Ghost-town

The restaurants that dot the water front are empty.  Plenty of parking  is available.  The offices are, for the most part, empty.  All collateral damage and a by-product of the work at home culture brought on by the pandemic. This is no small town … [Continue reading]

Aging

Aging is an extraordinary process, where you become the person you always should have been.David Bowie … [Continue reading]

Another Year Around the Sun

Yes, the years are creeping up.  Another year around the sun flies by, and the mind wanders about the journey that lies ahead, and the years in the rear view mirror.   I have learned that the health and well being of those we love is … [Continue reading]

Inner Discipline

I watched a Tom Brady news conference where he articulated his innate drive to be the best — to work hard each day to get better, and excel at his craft.  He is clearly not driven by money or fame or fortune.  He has all that. Then where … [Continue reading]