Make It Better Internship: Winter/Spring 2016

Make It Better is currently accepting intern applications for editorial, production and advertising sales and marketing. Full-time and part-time positions are available from January-May. Students can also intern over their winter break. Interns will receive a stipend and are encouraged to receive college credit. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter and any additional items requested below […]

The Secret to Work/Life Balance (Hint: It’s Not Multi-Tasking)

My son has a tough choice: ride along to his sister’s volleyball practice or attend an evening Family Action Network event with me. The speaker, Anne-Marie Slaughter, president and CEO of the New America Foundation, former professor and dean at Princeton, will discuss topics from her recent book “Unfinished Business: Women Men Work Family.” What’s an 11-year-old […]

My Husband Left His Law Firm to Sell Pot

When my husband called from work last August to announce he was going to quit his steady job to pursue his dream of starting a business, I wish I could say I was entirely supportive. That there wasn’t a pit in my stomach at the thought of him sacrificing his stable law career to work […]

Now Hiring: Full-Time Shop For Good Manager/Editor and Philanthropy Editor

This position has been filled. Job Responsibilities As Shop For Good Manager/Editor and Philanthropy Editor, you will work closely with the Editor in Chief, Digital Editor and Publisher. Shop For Good is Make It Better’s e-commerce website dedicated to supporting outstanding local businesses and nonprofits. The ideal candidate for the Shop For Good Manager/Editor will […]

7 Days to a LinkedIn Profile That Makes People Want to Meet You

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 […]

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 […]