If you can put together a nice business and be under a respected soldier.I think that being made would not be a good move. Supposedly, the benefits that wiseguys get include protection of their businesses from incursions by others,the "respect" shown them in the street,and,as Turnbull said,the ability to bring more associates into his crew.
Let's say you have a nice gambling/loansharking racket,maybe a little hijacking on the side and you're taking in a modest 15.maybe 20 grand a week.
You will be expected to kick up 1/2 to the Soldier you're under,but he has to kick up 1/2 to his Capo.
He gets protection for his business,but if anyone messes with yours,he will "resolve" it.
Other than the status, there's not really a great reason to get made. If you want to expand your business and add some people,chances are,he will check them out,and if all is OK,give you permission. More money for him and you. Be a good earner,stay under the radar, show the proper respect,and you can pretty much make a nice living,retire and grow your tomatoes with your grandkids. All without getting tangled up in all of the politics and intrigue that come with Mob membership.