Cancer and Careers Blog
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Expert advice for working through treatment, FMLA, and managing insurance and cancer. Cancer and Careers empowers and educates people with cancer by providing interactive tools and educational events.
Cancer and Careers Blog
1w ago
On July 10, we held our Balancing Work and Cancer webinar. The presentation discussed key practical considerations for balancing work and cancer treatment/recovery, such as deciding whether to work/return to work after treatment, managing disclosure decisions, looking for work strategies, and much more ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
3w ago
Last Friday, June 21st, we hosted our 14th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer virtually. With our turnout since the program began in 2011, over 770 participants joined us throughout the day ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
1M ago
No matter how much you love your job, everyone needs a mental break from time to time. With the rise in constant communication software for work, like Slack, email, texts, zoom -- it's easy to fall into the trap of never getting out of 'work mode'. Read on for how to implement a healthier approach to work in the digital age ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
2M ago
Hola! My name is Maite, and I am thrilled to join Cancer and Careers as the Senior Program Coordinator ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
2M ago
While experience listed is always important on a resume, don't overlook the importance of which skills you are presenting. Many people applying for jobs may not have the exact experience being requested, but by listing out specific skills, hard and soft, an applicant is able to show their potential in a role, which can be even more important ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
2M ago
Our longtime collaborator and career coach Julie Jansen joined us once again and covered the basics of networking, why it's important and how to effectively network. We often hear from people who hate networking and feel uncomfortable at the idea of it ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
2M ago
While an employer is learning things about you in an interview, you are also learning more about the company, and if the opportunity aligns with your needs. For someone who has been diagnosed with cancer or another illness, one may have specific concerns about health benefits, flexibility, and accommodations, adding an extra layer to navigate ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
3M ago
Networking has been cited as the best way to get a job when looking for work. But, so many people shy away from the practice. Given it's importance for landing a new job, it's a good idea to be well-versed in how to effectively build a network. Read on for how to establish a strong professional network ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
3M ago
The Chunking Method is a memory technique that involves breaking down information into smaller pieces to make them easier to remember. This can be a great tool for anyone in the workplace, especially those who are experiencing brain fog during or after cancer treatment ..read more
Cancer and Careers Blog
3M ago
We held a webinar last week on First Impressions: Resumes and LinkedIn. Check out some advice on writing resumes and setting up a LinkedIn profile, as well as a full archived recording of the webinar ..read more