For a person going back to work after several years off, there may be nothing more anxiety producing than putting together a LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn has become the defacto way for professionals to showcase their career paths and network with one another – and it is critical to have a profile if you’re re-entering the […]
Nearly nine out of 10 adult smokers started before age 18. Their lifelong health will be impacted by a poor decision made as a child. How can parents help kids steer clear of smoking? Don’t preach or give a speech. Have honest, ongoing conversations about the dangers of tobacco and e-cigarettes. An estimated 4.6 million middle […]
High above the stylish crowds on Oak Street in Chicago, designer Victor Alfaro looks out the windows of Freds, the restaurant on the top floor of Barneys New York. A lunch in Alfaro’s honor, hosted by creative ambassador to Barneys Simon Doonan, is well underway. Impeccably dressed men and women roam around the sun-drenched restaurant […]
Shop for a sophisticated look at Kate Spade New York’s new Westfield Old Orchard location. The colorful store has everything from clothing, handbags and jewelry to home décor and desk accessories. The wide variety makes it easy to customize to your personal style or find the perfect gift for anyone on your list. Kate Spade […]
Congratulations! You have made the momentous decision to return to work or radically change your career. What’s the next step? Craft a compelling resume to tell your story and sell yourself to prospective employers. A strong resume will absolutely make a difference in the number of interviews or job leads you receive. On the other […]
Elite Wellness Center in Wilmette is seeing growing interest in chiropractic care for children. Studies show that getting regular chiropractic adjustments assists in the treatment of a variety of childhood ailments including aches and pains, ADHD, chronic ear infections, colic, digestive issues, and sleep cycle disturbances. The safe and gentle techniques used by Dr. Duke […]
Autumn is upon us. As you’re swapping your swimsuits and sandals for sweaters and boots, don’t forget to freshen up your beauty routine, too. Here are seven of our favorite stylish (but attainable) trends inspired by the change in season. Multi-Colored Nails Amber Edwards, nail director at Mario Tricoci, says this season’s biggest manicure trend […]
To become great at things like sports, music and art, people say you need to be born with natural ability. Being “a natural” is empowering. It builds self-confidence. It makes you feel special! It’s commonly believed that you need to be born “a natural” to become great at math. But the folks at Mathnasium – The Math Learning Center believe […]
Back-to-school time can be fraught. On the one hand, the kids are back in school and all is right with the world; on the other, you’ve got nine months of packing school lunches in front of you. And then there’s the guilt. Do you capitulate and pack the lunch box or bag with whatever is […]
You probably know that you need a polished LinkedIn profile when you’re searching for a job, but did you know you also can use Twitter to boost your career? When used intelligently, Twitter can be an incredibly empowering tool – especially when used for a job search! Here are just few ways professionals can use […]
