Thursday, February 25, 2010

When You Should, Shouldn't Give Out Your Social Security Number

Karen J. Bannan
Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Some Legitimately Need It -- to Others, Learn to Say 'No'

Your Social Security number is one of the keys to your financial health. It's a unique indentifier lenders use to assess your (read more)

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

New Restaurant

There is a new carry-out restaurant in Lombard - Ray's Onion Grill located at 208 E. St. Charles Road - just 2 blocks east of Main St.

Burgers, Chicago-style hotdogs, sandwiches and sides - fast and delicious. They boast that they are the "Home of the Best Burger" and I have to say they may be right!

Catering is available, as well. For an affordable, satisfying meal, go check them out!

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Booming Temp Industry a Positive Indicator

By Katie Morell
Contributing Writer
The Business Ledger

With recent improvements in the economy have come increased opportunities for temporary employment, according to local staffing firms. “We are only a few weeks into the year and yet (read more)

The Allure of Temporary Work

By Katie Morell
Contributing Writer
The Business Ledger

While some job seekers may steer clear of temporary employment and focus all of their efforts on a full-time position, Eric Buntin, managing director of operations for Randstad, encourages those people to think again.

“Temporary work is a fantastic way to network and (read more)

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

7 Reasons I Joined the Local Chamber of Commerce

Tuesday, November 03, 2009
7 Reasons I Joined the Local Chamber of Commerce
by Matt Heinz
Blogging Inovation

Last week I finally joined the Kirkland Chamber of Commerce. I've attended a few events over the past year, but it was time for me to become an active member.

I know in an age of Twitter and LinkedIn and all kinds of alternatives to business networking, joining the local Chamber can sometimes be seen like less of a priority. Many young businesses believe (read more...)