There are more than 1 million public charities in America today and people donated more than $358 billion to them in 2014, about 2 percent of the GDP, according to Charity Navigator. There are several ways that donors can do research to make sure that the money they give is being used efficiently and effectively […]
It’s no secret that Oprah Winfrey is one of America’s most beloved celebrities, a lifestyle guru, “queen of all media,” innovator, philanthropist and influential luminary. While her mantra to “live your best life” inspired millions of viewers during her talk show’s 25-year run, she continued to inspire those who worked for her even after the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Shop for children, for education and for a brighter future when you Shop For Good with Make It Better during the month of October. Shop For Good is Make It Better’s brand new e-commerce website dedicated to supporting outstanding local businesses and nonprofits, and creating more synergies for our community. Ten percent of all purchases […]
Richard Mesirow has sponsored a musical premiere at Ravinia that sold out, similar to a Westminster Abbey performance (in which Queen Elizabeth II participated), and he counts Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg as a friend and is senior managing director of the highly successful financial firm that bears his family name – Mesirow Financial (MF). But, […]
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 […]
Although most people want to align their philanthropic efforts with their personal passions, very few individuals actually do. That’s a mistake, according to the experts – but it’s one that can be remedied. “Often in philanthropy, people give because a friend asked or because they attended a social event,” says Eric Weinheimer, CEO of Donors […]
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 […]
Have you taken a break in your career to raise children? Are you considering moving into a new industry or reinventing yourself professionally? Then you need to mark your calendar for Wednesday, Oct. 14! That is the date of Make It Better’s seventh annual Re:Work – an informative and inspiring seminar for women who are re-entering […]
