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Sign up today for the final Ask the Experts Career Advice workshop of 2011!

Melissa DeLeo on October 5, 2011

Tomorrow, October 6th, is the fourth and last Career Advice session of the 2011 Ask The Experts Series. At 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT you can dial in to speak with our very own career coach and expert, Julie Jansen, for free.

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What you Need to Know about Your Resume References

Melissa DeLeo on September 12, 2011

A personal reference can be the make or break factor in landing a new job. Learn how to set yourself up for success.

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Revving up for the Fall

Andrew Jacob on August 23, 2011

Get ready for Cancer and Career's Fall lineup of events & more!

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Simple Resume Tips

Andrew Jacob on August 11, 2011

Want some simple and practical resume advice? Check here for a few easy resume fixes from a career expert from CareerBuilder.

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ASCO's "Managing the Cost of Cancer Care" Guide

Melissa DeLeo on August 4, 2011

Understanding what costs to expect before starting treatment can help you manage the financial impact of cancer in the most effective way possible. ASCO created this guide to help you talk with your healthcare team about coping with the costs of cancer care.

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10 Things To Avoid On Your Resume

Andrew Jacob on July 21, 2011

Your resume is your first impression to a prospective employer. What kind of impression are you making? Read more to learn what should not be in your resume.

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Forums and Support for Young Adults with Cancer

Andrew Jacob on June 22, 2011

posted in Free, Young Adults

Where can you go to find everyday-life discussions for YA survivors? Like what to do for fun or what other people your age with your condition are doing? You know - the normal and sometimes neglected things like getting physically active post treatment, dating, and video games. We found a few for you!

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Don't Miss "Ask the Experts: Career Advice" Tomorrow!

Melissa DeLeo on May 16, 2011

Tomorrow, May 17th, is the third session of the “Ask the Experts: Legal and Career Advice” Series. At 7:30pm ET/4:30pm PT you can dial in to speak with our very own career coach and expert, Julie Jansen, for free.

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Full Travel and Lodging Scholarships to CCA Conference in Denver

Kate Sweeney on May 5, 2011

posted in Career Advice, Event, Free

Want to attend The Colon Cancer Alliance’s conference, “Family Matters: What Every Family Needs to Know,” in Denver, Colorado from June 23-25, 2011, but can't swing it financially? You have one week left to apply for full or partial scholarships. The event brings together experts from throughout the nation covering a wide range of topics.

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National Conference on Work & Cancer

Andrew Jacob on April 28, 2011

posted in CAC Event, Free

On June 17, 2011, Cancer and Careers will take the next step in our mission to empower and educate people with cancer to thrive in their work environment by presenting a national conference on the complexities working people face as they try to balance their cancer treatment and recovery with employment.

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Practical Advice and Tools for Balancing Cancer and Employment

Melissa DeLeo on March 9, 2011

Thursday March 3rd marked the first session of our 2011 accredited Educational Series for Healthcare Professionals, “Practical Advice and Tools to Balance Cancer and Employment.” And, what a success it was!

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Free housecleaning for women with cancer

Alice McKenney on May 8, 2009

posted in Free

Just in time for Mother's Day, there's Cleaning for a Reason--a non-profit that provides free professional housecleaning services to women undergoing cancer treatment. The concept is simple, but the payoff is huge.

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