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Nicole Franklin, MPH on November 5, 2018
Seize the opportunity to highlight your volunteer experience during a job interview. Practice makes perfect so conduct mock interviews to get more comfortable answering commonly asked interview questions and inserting your volunteer experience into your responses!
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on October 29, 2018
There are many steps to the job search process, but getting an interview brings you that much closer to getting the job of your dreams. Interview prep can help you to not only feel confident, but can ensure that you're walking in with the right answers and evidence that you're the best for the job.
Read MoreNikki Zelin on October 22, 2018
Hi! My name is Nikki Zelin and I am so excited to be working at Cancer and Careers as the new Development Coordinator. I am eager to utilize my previous experience in both development and event support to help CAC expand its mission!
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on October 15, 2018
Contrary to what many people think, trying to work harder and faster is not necessarily the best way to deal with feeling swamped at work. (In fact, depending on your specific side effects, it may not be at all practical!) Below are some tips on more realistic approaches to managing all the tasks you have at hand.
Read MoreAlicia Chin on October 8, 2018
This month brings a wealth of products and deals for you — as well as programs and services to champion in support of others. It’s time to shop for a cause!
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on October 1, 2018
Being organized and having a job-search plan in place can help make what is often a stressful and frustrating process much more manageable. Check out our tips for creating a plan to get, and stay, organized while looking for work.
Read MoreSissy Silva on September 24, 2018
I’m Sissy Siva. I am very excited to be joining CAC’s Program Team and to support its efforts to empower patients and survivors to thrive in their careers and beyond.
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on September 17, 2018
If you’re looking for a job, it can be comforting to know that there is tons of relevant information available online. But the sheer volume of information can be a lot to keep track of. Check out this list of basic job-hunting reminders that you won’t want to forget.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on September 9, 2018
The best way to balance out any pre-interview anxiety is to prepare and rehearse responses to potential questions.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on September 4, 2018
A lot of patients seek Cancer and Careers’ advice on evaluating whether they can keep working. Our Manager of Programs Nicole Franklin, MPH, discusses ways to not only manage your job, but to succeed at it.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on August 27, 2018
LinkedIn’s Resume Assistant is a powerful tool that provides resources and inspiration to help you craft your resume. Here, we’ve highlighted some of its key features.
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on August 20, 2018
Having a robust online presence is becoming increasingly important. Here are easy steps you can follow to establish yours.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on August 13, 2018
Cancer prompts many survivors to explore the idea of changing careers, in the hopes of increasing the degree of happiness in their life. Read on for tips on creating a map to get you there.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on August 6, 2018
When job-hunting, many of us tend to underestimate our capabilities. But knowing your skill set and how it can be applied to various positions is critical. Read on for easy ways to assess your career skills.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on July 30, 2018
Maintaining a positive professional online presence is becoming more important, as hiring managers use Internet searches to find out about candidates or confirm something a prospective employee has told them. Here’s how to make sure they see what you want them to see!
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on July 23, 2018
This year’s event (like the ones before it) did not disappoint...if we do say so ourselves. It was an exciting day filled with expert speakers delivering vital information for anyone facing the challenges of balancing a diagnosis and employment.
Read MoreGrace Blumberg, LMSW on July 16, 2018
Cancer patients and survivors know that with a diagnosis and treatment come many lessons. These lessons can be applied effectively when facing career obstacles.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on July 8, 2018
There are many elements go into preparing for a successful job interview, and it's important to remember that an interview is also your opportunity to ask questions that can help you determine if a potential employer's company culture is one in which you're likely to be happy, productive and successful. Here are some tips on how to do just that.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on July 2, 2018
By identifying and highlighting your transferable skills (i.e., ones you’ve obtained in previous positions that are applicable to a desired job) on your application, you can grab the attention of hiring managers.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on June 26, 2018
Looking for job after a cancer diagnosis has its own unique challenges. A common one relates to resume gaps. We want to make sure you’re prepared. So read on for ways to make gaps less of an obstacle during the job search.
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