Sissy Silva on February 17, 2023
While cancer itself does not discriminate, there are deep disparities in access to care and outcomes for people in the US diagnosed with cancer based on race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, geography, sexual orientation and more. These disparities include people’s experiences at work.
Read MoreSissy Silva on December 14, 2022
The job search process can be taxing for a number of reasons. Being mindful of what to look out for in postings to find the right fit for you is key to avoid falling back into the same types of work environments and stressors you were trying to get away from.
Read MoreSissy Silva on August 24, 2022
Especially in the early stages of a career change, it can be beneficial to be open to new ideas and approaches. Check-in with yourself and make space, mentally and emotionally, to receive new ideas. Cancel out what noise you can to focus on what’s right for you.
Read MoreSissy Silva on April 11, 2022
A job interview isn't just a one-sided conversation. It is also an opportunity to ask questions of your interviewer that will help you determine if this role is right for you.
Read MoreSissy Silva on February 25, 2022
In a recent survey by Cancer and Careers and Wakefield Research, most Black/African American survivors (67%) weren't confident their managers knew how to support them, and an even bigger majority (84%) felt management could do more to support them.
Read MoreSissy Silva on January 21, 2022
You may have more transferable skills than you realize. This blog shares tips that can help you identify and highlight the skills you already have that may support your job search. You'll also find exciting CAC programs within.
Read MoreSissy Silva on September 27, 2021
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, which kicked off on September 15th, we would like to highlight some of the milestones we’ve reached and the programs and resources we currently offer in Spanish.
Read MoreSissy Silva on August 16, 2021
The decision to make a career change can be both exciting and stressful, especially when thinking about next steps; what type of work you want to do and how you’re going to make it happen. However stressful this may be, it is important to be prepared and to remember that it is a process.
Read MoreSissy Silva on June 10, 2021
While some companies are now starting to, or considering, asking their employees to return to on-site work, many more are making working from home a permanent fixture. This could be great news for patients and survivors looking for remote work, or those looking to continue working remotely while balancing work and cancer.
Read MoreSissy Silva on February 23, 2021
Sisters Network is a national organization with more than 40 chapters throughout the country dedicated to connecting African American breast cancer survivors.
Read MoreSissy Silva on January 11, 2021
Our ability to communicate clearly and effectively can make all the difference in achieving personal and professional goals. While it is a necessity for daily life, communicating our needs and emotions can sometimes prove to be confusing and difficult. For survivors, a cancer diagnosis can add on new layers of complexity.
Read MoreSissy Silva on November 23, 2020
Building relationships with coworkers, and working on those relationships, helps put your own work into perspective, provides a support system, increases productivity and job satisfaction.
Read MoreSissy Silva on September 10, 2020
It is now more important than ever that we make a conscious effort to be kind and sincere, not just in our personal relationships, but in our professional ones.
Read MoreSissy Silva on July 13, 2020
Education has changed dramatically in the last decade with the rise of e-learning. This trend has become even more prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the new realities of 2020, people are adapting as best as they can; connecting virtually and finding online resources to help them continue to work and learn from home.
Read MoreSissy Silva on June 8, 2020
While much of the United States continues to practice social distancing, many employers looking to fill open positions are opting for a virtual hiring process. As a result, job seekers will have to adapt their job search strategies in order to successfully land the job.
Read MoreSissy Silva on May 11, 2020
Just as many companies have had to adapt to the new realities of a post-COVID-19 world, job seekers will have to adapt their job search strategies in order to successfully land the job.
Read MoreSissy Silva on April 6, 2020
COVID-19 has forced people around the country, and around the world, to live and work in radically different ways. While these rapid changes can sound scary and spark feelings of anxiety for many survivors looking for work, it is important to stay positive and remember that there’s still opportunity out there.
Read MoreSissy Silva on March 9, 2020
A career change can feel unnerving. However, with the right approach, this time can also be an exciting opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Read MoreSissy Silva on January 27, 2020
You may be concerned about how much the job market has changed and how you’ll meet any new expectations. But it’s important to put yourself out there and know that it’s not necessary to meet all qualifications.
Read MoreSissy Silva on December 9, 2019
Self-care is crucial for our physical, emotional and mental well-being. In a work context, it can improve productivity and overall performance. Therefore, it is extremely important, especially for working survivors, to make self-care on the job a priority.
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