The 25 Most Powerful Women in Chicago

Hillary Clinton just became the first woman ever nominated by a major political party to be our next president. Michelle Obama just delivered an emotional, moving speech that will go down in history, bringing the crowd to its feet at the Democratic National Convention. As we watch these two Chicago women breaking ground and inspiring our […]

Susan B. Noyes on CNBC: Invest in Companies With Social Impact Too

Susan B. Noyes, Founder of Make It Better Media, was a guest on CNBC’s “Closing Bell” on July 29. During the Retail Investor Roundtable, Noyes told co-hosts Kelly Evans and Bill Griffeth that she is putting her money into companies that have a positive impact on their communities and the world — a concept that is central to Make […]

Make It Better Internship: Fall 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 September-December. Students can also intern over their winter break. Interns will receive a stipend and are encouraged to receive college credit. Editorial Intern: Must be an enrolled college student (or recent graduate) majoring […]

How to Be Sure You're Saving Enough for Retirement

While 98 percent of wealthy Chicago women say they are confident they will reach their financial goals, 67 percent of them lose sleep over money worries, according to a recent survey by Charles Schwab. Of those who say financial fears keep them up at night, the most common concern is outliving their money. So, what’s […]

Video: So You Think You Know the Stock Market?

Research has shown that 75 percent of women want to know more about money and investing, but aren’t talking about it. Fidelity’s 2015 Money Fit Study found that eight in 10 women confess they have refrained from discussing their finances with those they are close to. The study also shows that lack of confidence — or […]

Luxury Cars Go Green as Consumers Become More Eco-Conscious

Less than a decade ago, a hulking Hummer was the ultimate automotive status symbol. Unapologetically large and capable of guzzling massive amounts of gasoline in a single mile, the Hummer was the very antithesis of eco-conscious. Now, the brand is defunct and consumer culture has done a 180 degree turn toward the luxury hybrid. When […]

Luxury Cars Go Green as Consumers Become More Eco-Conscious

Less than a decade ago, a hulking Hummer was the ultimate automotive status symbol. Unapologetically large and capable of guzzling massive amounts of gasoline in a single mile, the Hummer was the very antithesis of eco-conscious. Now, the brand is defunct and consumer culture has done a 180 degree turn toward the luxury hybrid. When […]

Looking for Extra Help or a Job This Summer? Check Out QuadJobs

Whether you have a bored college student hanging around the house this summer, or you’re looking for assistance with a party, a move or yard work, or need computer help or a last-minute babysitter, QuadJobs has you covered. QuadJobs was created by three moms who wanted to help local college and grad students find small jobs […]

'Inside Out' Psychologist Shares the 5 Traits of Powerful People

Dacher Keltner is fascinated by the dynamics of power that permeate the everyday. “Power shapes our every interaction,” says the professor of psychology at University of California, Berkeley and co-director of the Greater Good Science Center, who also happens to be the consulting psychologist behind Disney’s recent Pixar blockbuster “Inside Out.” He’s talking about everything […]

Make It Better Design Internship

Make It Better is currently accepting intern applications for our production team. Full-time and part-time positions are available May-August, as well as September-December and January-April. 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 to erica@makeitbetter.net. Production Intern: Must be an […]