These are the 5 most caffeinated cities in the country, according to Uber

These are the 5 most caffeinated cities in the country, according to UberThese are the 5 most caffeinated cities in the country, according to UberTis that time of year to reflect back on your achievements, friendships and how much coffee you consumed? Well, the third one may sound a bit strange (or something youd rather not think about) but luckily the folks over at Uber have figured it out for you.They have put together their 2018 Year in Review which includes cities with the most coffee orders. Starbucks partnering with Uber Eats earlier this year probably contributed.So who are the coffee high rollers? Check out the list.The most caffeinated citiesSeattleTacomaMiamiPhoenixWillamette Valley (i.e. Portland/Salem/Eugene Oregon)According to e-importz,50% of the U.S. population, equivalent to 150 mio Americans, drink espresso, cappuccino, latte, or iced/cold coffees on a daily basis.Then among those coffee drinkers, the average consumption in the United States is 3.2 cups of coffee per day.

6 ways to get honest feedback you can actually use

6 ways to get honest feedback you can actually use6 ways to get honest feedback you can actually useHow many times have you received the same response when you have asked for feedback?You ask someone whom you think will tell you the truth, How did I do? and you hear Good, Nice Job or That was great These responses are not feedback. Instead, this part is telling you what they think you want to hear rather than the truth.In some instances, this partie may be lying to you because they lack the confidence to tell you that you take too long to get to the point or it is difficult to follow your message.Avoid falling into the trap of fake feedback. This type of feedback is a waste of time and gets you nowhere. You might be walking through life thinking, Im good because everyone says Im good. But is it true?Honest feedback is tough to come by for two reasons. First, the higher you are in an organization, the less likely people are to give you truthful feedback about any topic, let alone your communication skills and level of influence.When you reach a certain point on the ladder, no one wants to tell the emperor he or she has no clothes on. If you are a senior leader, who is going to tell you that you uh and um your way through a conversation? Who is willing to give you feedback that you fidget with your pen when you talk?The second reason fake feedback is so pervasive is that giving and receiving authentic feedback can be uncomfortable for both parties. As challenging as it can be to hear constructive feedback, it can be equally difficult to give it.In order to grow your influence, you need honest feedback, and that requires trust. Trust is a two-way street. You must trust that the person giving feedback genuinely has your best interests at heart. This allows you to be receptive to the information. The provider of feedback must also trust that it is safe to be completely open and honest with you.To begin growing your influence today, apply these six steps to meaningfu l feedback1. Look for everyday opportunitiesFeedback is easier to seek and apply in low-risk, daily interactions than in high-stakes situations.Instead of waiting for the big gig, seek feedback on a regular basis. Soliciting feedback involves just a few minutes before and after a conversation, meeting, presentation or even an email.2. Prepare for feedbackPrior to an interaction (such as a meeting, presentation, face-to-face, or virtual conversation), ask someone you trust to observe you and give you feedback. This may be a co-worker, mentor, friend, or family member.Ask this person to watch for specific, ineffective verbal and nonverbal behaviors you would like to change. For example, Im trying to avoid beginning my sentences with the word so. Please let me know what you hear. Or, Im working on making my emails clear and concise. Please let me know if my writing is unclear or confusing.3. Make it simpleFocus on one behavior at a time.4. Dig deeperAfter the interaction, avoid asking the generic question, How did I do? Instead, ask the person to describe precisely what you said or did. For example, What behavior did I display that conveyed confidence (or whichever area you are seeking feedback about)?If the person responds with generalities such as, You did well, ask follow-up questions What specifically did I do that was good? What specifically could I do to sound and look more confident? What could I have said to make you take immediate action on my email?5. ClarifySummarize to ensure you correctly heard the feedback you received.6. Assess the experienceAfter receiving feedback, consider how did the feedback differ from your perception of how you communicated? What will you change as a result of the feedback? How did you feel receiving this feedback?When the feedback you receive shifts from fake to meaningful, you will know that your efforts are starting to pay off. Comments such as Nice job or You did well will begin to fade. Instead, you will hear feedback t hat sounds like, You have the ability to connect with and engage your listeners.When you receive positive feedback, celebrate that success. It is an indication that your influence is expanding.Stacey Hanke is the founder and communication expert of Stacey Hanke Inc. and the author of Influence Redefined Be the Leader You Were Meant to Be, Monday to Monday and Yes You Can Everything You Need From A to Z to Influence Others to Take Action.

Resume Trick or Treat

Resume Trick or TreatResume Trick or TreatHeres how recruiters and hiring managers sniff out resume facts from fiction.As the days grow short, lies loom tall in the graveyard of tossed resumes. To save those job seekers who might be lured over to the dark side of spinning tales, we asked hiring managers to take some time from their crystal gazing and to share with us their divination skills. Heres what they had to tell us about how they spot the web of lies tricksters spin on their resumes.The Time WarpJillian Zavitz, programs manager for online English learning company TalktoCanada.com, said that a red flag goes up when she sees dates that dont add up or that conflict, as well as when dates reflect frequent job changes. Heres an example of a resume eu-agrarpolitik that jumped off the page1997 North Island College Ongoing Education Program, Courtenay, BCI designed and taught a 3-evening course for adult learners on genealogical research, using archive and Internet resources. I create d lesson plans and media to be used in my instruction.Currently (2008 to present)Pacific Gateway International College, Victoria, BC I have been employed part time as a conversation partner, assisting with verbal and written examinations. My job is to talk to students and put them at ease in order for them to demonstrate their language skills in a testing environment.The (11-year) gap couldnt be explained, Zavitz said. I was expecting either traveling or stay-at-home mom, but I got nothing. Maybe they were in jail. I have no idea.The Social-Media MarauderCathleen Graham, who recruits in finance and communications in specialized areas for Silver Stirrup Consulting, said its easy as pie to suss out fact from fiction by checking backgrounds on Google, LinkedIn or other social media sites. I recall one applicant who talked a great game, and in particular spoke with relish about his college experience, she said. Sadly, he was unaware my human resources coordinator attended that school. I t turns out he never even attended college. As a matter of practice, Graham goes beyond a candidates preordained references to seek out individuals who have worked with the individual and, on a confidential basis, asks them about their experience.The MirageThere are resumes from people who are just too good to be true. The most telltale sign is when they mention something really impressive, Zavitz said, particularly when it reflects exactly what shes looking for overseas experience (in a Middle Eastern country), experience using the companys online platform and a preference for working the graveyard shift. These people are nonexistent, she said.BraggingCareer Advice from LaddersGetting Your Resume Into the Right HandsOh no are you re-re-re-re-re-re-re-writing your resume? Again?Truth, Lies and ResumesLeonardo da Vincis resumeSome job seekers dive into a thesaurus and pepper their resume with adjectives to make them appear capable of producing more than they are actually capable of d elivering, said David Muir Jr., founder of the Prepare To Be Hired program. Others flat-out lie, like the applicants who graduate from a four-year degree program and become a CEO or vice-president in two to five years. Does that seem off? Muir asked. It does for many employers, and I know in my experience I will quickly disregard candidates whose resumes dont make sense. He suggested that job seekers explain their expertise in plain, simple terms, using the language appropriate to their industry. And tell the truth.The Google GhostIf youre going to claim something bright and shiny, and you know its not true, dont dare them to investigate the assertation. Zavitz gave this example from a resume My primary job overseas was teaching English for seven years and I am still currently a teacher online for one of the largest online English and business tutoring companies in Taiwan. If you were to Google my name you would find that I am rated from feedback from the students 4 out of approxima tely 250 consultants worldwide. When Zavitz Googled him, however, he didnt show up at all.Brrrr. Spooky.