Rebecca Nellis on September 18, 2020
Rebecca Nellis, Executive Director of Cancer and Careers, discusses the importance of defining your own experience, and offers possible responses when others speak in ways that may be uncomfortable for you.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on September 8, 2020
Many cancer patients and survivors need to make certain modifications to their job and/or workspace to help them to continue working.
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 MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on May 18, 2020
When stressful thoughts start to arise and take over, focusing on your mindset, centering yourself and practicing mindfulness techniques can be extremely helpful. Here are key takeaways that can help reinforce our mental and emotional fortitude during challenging times.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on April 25, 2020
This past Thursday, Cancer and Careers hosted our first Ask the Experts session as part of our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This moderated discussion featured career coach Kathy Flora (who is also a cancer survivor) fielding questions about looking for work and continuing on the job during our current public health crisis.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on April 20, 2020
On March 27th, Cancer and Careers held it’s first-ever virtual conference – and it was a huge success!
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 MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on February 3, 2020
While job-hunting, it’s essential to find ways to relieve stress, which necessitates being able to recognize stress-related symptoms.
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.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on November 11, 2019
Our 5th annual West Coast Conference was a huge success! For the first time we offered CART services and had an additional speaker presenting a new topic, “Setting Boundaries.” Here’s a short recap of the day.
Read MoreSissy Silva on October 14, 2019
Whether you’re in the midst of a job search or ready to accept an offer, you likely have expectations of what that new position will be like. To help ensure that your hopes sync up with your eventual reality, follow these tips.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on September 30, 2019
Information overload is a common challenge for most people, so we should all take steps to create more physical and mental space for ourselves — especially after a cancer diagnosis.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on September 23, 2019
Having a disability that can’t be seen can present unique challenges in the workplace — including deciding whether to disclose. Here are steps for approaching the process.
Read MoreSissy Silva on September 9, 2019
Properly planning for a leave of absence is crucial for both you and your employer. Here’s how to go about it.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on August 5, 2019
There are a variety of reasons why one would need to take a leave of absence from work — cancer patients, in particular, know this all too well. Thankfully, the Family and Medical Leave Act was designed to address some of these situations. Find out more...
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on July 22, 2019
Our 9th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer provided attendees with information, confidence, hope and truth. Read on...
Read MoreSissy Silva on July 15, 2019
While the benefits of flexible work arrangements are a win-win for both the employee and the employer, for many survivors, this option is not guaranteed. However, a strong case can be made for its value. Read our tips for how to have this conversation effectively!
Read MoreSissy Silva on May 28, 2019
For those in treatment or managing resulting side effects, it’s important to remember that being a survivor is work in and of itself. So when it comes to employment, you’ll want to determine what the right balance is for successfully managing your job and caring for yourself.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on May 20, 2019
Work-related stress is common and often unavoidable. However, learning techniques to combat and manage stress on the job can positively impact productivity and foster a healthy, balanced life.
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