5 Resume Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

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 […]

Land Your Dream Job Using Twitter

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 […]

We're Hiring! Bookkeeper

Make It Better Media is seeking an bookkeeper to work at least part time in our Winnetka office. Responsibilities: Responsible for processing and payment of client invoices and work orders Research and resolve problem invoices Cash management Tax preparation Payroll Run aging reports Assist in the establishment/maintenance of procedures Insurance Employee benefits 1099, W2 Help manage […]

Get Inspired: 3 Women Physicians Turned Entrepreneurs

It’s no secret that many physicians practicing medicine in the United States are frustrated with the state of medical care. From managing insurance paperwork to reduced payments to less time available for patients, doctors find that their passion for patient care is increasingly at odds with the system. Enter physicians turned entrepreneurs. Women especially are […]

Get Inspired: 3 Women Physicians Turned Entrepreneurs

It’s no secret that many physicians practicing medicine in the United States are frustrated with the state of medical care. From managing insurance paperwork to reduced payments to less time available for patients, doctors find that their passion for patient care is increasingly at odds with the system. Enter physicians turned entrepreneurs. Women especially are […]

Do Traditional Rules of Etiquette Apply in Our Modern World?

A generation ago, the rules of etiquette dictated pretty clearly how we should conduct ourselves in different situations. But, it’s a whole new world (filled with all kinds of new technology), leaving a lot of room for error when it comes to modern manners. “Etiquette is defined as societal norms of politeness, so of course […]

Expert Advice for Starting Your Own Business

Have you always dreamed of owning your own business? Getting a business successfully off the ground isn’t easy, but it is possible—especially if you have a team of experts to show you the ropes. We’ve gathered the advice of a seasoned startup advisor, a marketing and PR professional, a franchise consultant, entrepreneurship educators and local […]

7 Ways to Keep Your Competitive Side in Check

People can get quite competitive when it comes to New Year’s resolutions—but making an effort to minimize your own competitiveness may be the best resolution of them all. If you’ve noticed that competitiveness has negative effects on your interpersonal relationships, then it’s worth noting that competition between adults is only the tip of the iceberg. […]

Life Coaches' Best Advice for the New Year

Whether you’re facing an empty nest, dealing with a career crisis or just feeling “stuck,” asking the question, “Where do I go from here?” can be a loaded one. Getting help from the right source is key to successfully moving up or moving on. Life coaches can be a great resource to help you set […]