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.

Vision and Visionaries

Vision statements are neatly articulated on planning documents and beautifully plastered on walls, to try and create purpose and marketing leverage.  They rarely move the needle to initiate real change.  Visionaries are those that look … [Continue reading]

Girl Power

The women’s NCAA basketball championship was one for the ages, and was viewed by over 19 million fans. Sheer athletic ability and heart and hustle was on full display.   Over the years, I have become a big fan of women’s sports.  I … [Continue reading]

Wrapping Up a Life

Today I put my sister’s house under contract. As I walked through the house, the bare walls and empty rooms were a stark reminder that she was gone forever. Her elegant home was now just a house.  I spent the afternoon pouring over Trust … [Continue reading]

Changing Lives

The warmth and comradrie in the room was palpable.  They came from far and wide to celebrate the Fifty year anniversary of the MBA program at The University of Tampa at a special Gala.  It was wonderful to connect with a large number of … [Continue reading]