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Global Foodservice News – November 1, 2023 Edition
US Manufacturing output rises Solidly in September Reuters – Production at U.S. factories increased more than expected in September despite strikes in the automobile industry curbing motor vehicle output. This is further evidence that the economy exited the third quarter with momentum. Manufacturing output rose 0.4% last month, the Federal Reserve said on Tuesday. Data… read more
South American frozen food brand snags ‘Shark Tank’ deal
Arepas, a daily staple of many South American diets, are, as Marina Corina “Coco” Viete Cabezas described it, “basically what would happen if a bagel and a tortilla had a baby” that taps into several mainstream trends in the United States. “Arepas are amazing, not only because they taste really delicious, but also they are… read more
WELCOME: TOM COLLINGBOURNE Tom Collingbourne to our American Recruiters TEAM! Tom is a seasoned professional and a true change agent in the Foodservice industry. He specializes in sales positions in paper and disposables, Jan/san, and packaging solutions. Tom has consistently demonstrated his expertise and dedication in this dynamic field. With a career spanning over two… read more
Worries over skills gap overshadow US jobs boom.
-from Financial Times Companies are working in-house and with colleges to boost technical expertise. After four decades of factory closures and job cuts, the supply chain troubles caused by the Covid crisis boosted employment prospects in US manufacturing. High shipping costs and prolonged delays prompted companies to make more products in America. But, as… read more
The number one phrase that people who are good at small talk always use:
-from Upworthy This will make your next party a lot easier. Many people don’t like small talk because it forces them to have conversations about trivial topics such as the weather, what they saw on TV the night before, or their weekend plans. Other people don’t like it because it causes them anxiety to talk with someone they may… read more
The Five Hottest Remote IT Jobs In 2023
-from crn.com As remote jobs are here to stay and the need for tech talent becomes greater, high-paying jobs like software developers and systems analysts are becoming more lucrative, all in the comforts of home. According to a report from trade association CompTIA, based off the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, remote IT… read more
Things Successful People are Never Seen Doing on a Friday Evening
-from Ideapod Friday evening rolls around, and while many of us are winding down, successful people are still active—but not in the ways you might think. Trust me, I’ve observed this up close, and you won’t find them slumped on the couch binge-watching shows or aimlessly scrolling through social media. Forget about clichés like… read more
Half Of All Skills Will Be Outdated Within Two Years, Study Suggests
-from Forbes Executives believe nearly half of the skills that exist in today’s workforce won’t be relevant just two years from now, thanks to artificial intelligence. And a lot of that includes their own skills. This startling proclamation came out of a recent survey of 800 executives and 800 employees released by edX, an online education platform…. read more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Says What Separates Successful People From Everyone Else Really Comes Down to 2 Words
-from Inc. Studies show that companies that prioritize this people skill experience higher productivity and employee engagement. When Satya Nadella was appointed as Microsoft CEO in 2014, he wasn’t one to boast about IQ points or intellectual achievements. He understood that being a leader wasn’t just about knowing all the answers; it was about understanding people and building meaningful connections. To… read more