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How to get a CFO Job
12 Mar

Networking: How To Get a CFO Job

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is one of the most critical positions within a company—their decisions can have severe implications for an organization’s financial success. The CFO position is also very fulfiling, exciting, and vital for a company. Hence, it’s also a very wanted position but not easy to acquire. Luckily, nothing’s impossible if you …
a corn field, Iowa
12 Mar

10 Interesting Facts about Iowa

Iowa may be a small Midwestern state, but it’s packed with unique and interesting features that make it stand out from the crowd. From its role in bread-slicing history to its title as the Corn State, Iowa is full of surprises. Let’s take a closer look at some fun and quirky facts about Iowa that …
how to burn more calories
12 Mar

20 Bizarre Ways to Burn Calories

When it comes to burning calories, most people think of traditional forms of exercise like running, cycling, or lifting weights. But did you know that there are some truly bizarre and unconventional ways to burn calories, while also having fun and trying something new? From firewalking and pole dancing to laughing yoga and horror movies, …
National Plant a Flower Day
12 Mar

On This Day – March 12th

What is there we can really say about March 12th – is it more than just another day? Probably! A concert to save the rainforest, the first Coca-Cola, and the first edition of a particularly fashionable feline all in one day? That’s just a small fraction of what makes March 12th such a special day …
Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day
11 Mar

On This Day – March 11th

Two global pandemics, public grief for a gangster, and world plumbing day – March 11th has certainly seen some action throughout the years. Find out why below – regardless of whether or not you’re already celebrating!
a volleyball match on the beach
10 Mar

10 Verifiable Facts about Volleyball

Volleyball is a game you can enjoy indoors and outdoors – which means if you’re not a fan of the beach, you can still set up an indoor net and get spiking! However, there’s likely more to this preppy sport than you might imagine. Here are some fun facts about volleyball well worth keeping in …
National Mario Day - March 10th
10 Mar

On This Day – March 10th

March 10th is a day on which we should remember incredible historical events, comforting foods, and Italian plumbers. The latter will make more sense once you read through our most interesting facts about March 10th – so whether or not you’re celebrating a birthday or anniversary today, let’s take a look at why it’s a …
facts about Lake Garda
9 Mar

10 Glorious Facts about Lake Garda

Ever fancied taking a trip around some of Europe’s most picturesque waterways? Lake Garda is certainly one of the most gorgeous tourist spots that Italy has to offer! From its crystal clear waters and beautiful shorelines to the stunning surrounding mountains and the sunny weather, it looks like a paradise on Earth! But did you …
1950s Facts
9 Mar

On This Day – March 9th

March 9th is a day for celebrating dolls, meatballs, and Portugal! As odd as that may sound, it’s an important day that ties them all together… so, let’s just dive in and take a look at what kind of an impact March 9th has made on society in years gone by.
International Women’s Day
8 Mar

On This Day – March 8th

March 8th is a day to appreciate the women in our lives, explore all we can about a special state, and more – whether or not it’s already a special date for you, there are plenty of reasons to mark March 8th. Let’s take a closer look.
Fun facts about the Ottoman Empire
7 Mar

10 Outrageous Facts about The Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire is one of the most famous ruling classes of all human history. The Ottoman Period itself lasted for about 600 years and only ended in the 20th century! Here are some fun facts about the Ottoman Empire to help clue you up on this powerful dynasty. 1. When did the Ottoman Empire …
National Cereal Day
7 Mar

On This Day – March 7th

March 7th completes our first week in March and brings us a lot of history, national holidays, and historic birthdays to celebrate! You may well be welcoming an occasion or two of your own today – but regardless of how you choose to spend it, here are some of the most interesting things about March …