Successful people don't delay tackling important tasks, and they refrain from blaming others if a job wasn't done well, writes author Deep Patel. They are confident in their abilities, avoid having a complacent attitude and don't falter at the sight of a roadblock, Patel writes. Entrepreneur online (4/25) How to find and keep a mentor
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A potential mentor will make the time for you if you can prove you are doing a good job, business coach Primoz Bozic advises. Take your mentor's recommendations seriously and provide updates when you have put the advice into action. Forbes (4/23)
Making the Connection
Tips for connecting with senior leadership Make yourself known to senior leaders by finding informal opportunities to interact, writes Art Markman. Try approaching them at a networking event or when they are walking around the office. Fast Company online (4/26)
The Landscape
Labor Dept. reportedly investigating Wells Fargo for 401(k) practices Wells Fargo is being investigated by the Labor Department as to whether the bank tried to push holders of low-cost retirement accounts into more expensive plans that the bank offered, according to a source. The department is also investigating whether Well Fargo tried to move participants into its in-house funds. Reuters (4/27)
Your Next Challenge
Survey identifies common resume flaws Your resume will likely be rejected if it highlights frequent job hopping or contains typos, according to a survey of chief information officers by Robert Half Technology. Too much technical jargon is another common resume flaw. Ladders (4/25)
The Water Cooler
U. of Utah student installs "Cry Closet" for finals week Nemo Miller, a senior at the University of Utah, has designed a "Cry Closet" which will be placed in the school's library throughout final exams. The school was not involved in the closet's design, but did approve its placement. USA Today (4/26)
Perhaps a man really dies when his brain stops, when he loses the power to take in a new idea.
