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.

From the Archives — June 2014

Obsolescence and Loyalty - A Balancing Act (originally posted June 25, 2014 http://www.5oclockreflections.com/obsolescence-a…-balancing-act )   I have people in my organization that have been loyal to me for over a decade. They are, … [Continue reading]

Siena

A small Medieval town in the heart of Tuscany, Siena has an old world charm. Narrow cobble stone streets meander through quaint neighborhoods, leading to the geographic heart of the city — the IL CAMPO. This ancient amphitheater, shaped like a sea … [Continue reading]

This Little Light…

I am in awe of the beautiful churches of Europe. From Saint Paul's Cathedral in London, to the Notre Dame in Paris, the awe-inspiring Cathedrals in Italy, and the ultimate — the Vatican.  One feels like a Lilliputian in these grand houses of … [Continue reading]

Danielo — The Sommelier.

Meet Danielo. Sommelier par excellence. An expert on Italian and French wine, he patrolled his kingdom — the restaurant —  with a sense of urgency, and his passion for his craft was quickly apparent. That is the true mark of a good sommelier. The … [Continue reading]