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Sarah Goodell on December 16, 2015
For many people, cancer is inspiration for career change. But transitioning to a new field isn’t easy. Often, the hardest part is deciding what, exactly, you want to do. This is where a career coach can be incredibly helpful, but it’s important to make sure you’re working with the right one.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on December 14, 2015
Here are four steps to writing a flexible-work proposal that your boss will approve.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on December 10, 2015
Cancer and Careers is excited to announce that the 2016 schedule for our Balancing Work & Cancer webinar series has been released and registration is now live.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on December 7, 2015
Many cancer survivors feel their diagnosis has inspired them to pursue a completely new career. However, changing from one field to another can be challenging. A few simple tweaks to your resume can help.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on December 3, 2015
Adjusting one’s perspective can be helpful when processing the news of a cancer diagnosis. Though each cancer experience is unique, there are certain ways to approach it that can assist you in continuing to live life as positively as possible.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on November 30, 2015
Staying productive on the job can be difficult when you work from home. A recent article from attn: offers advice on how to remain engaged and effective. Step one: Evaluate your work space.
Read MoreChrissy B. on November 24, 2015
Our first official conference in Los Angeles was extremely well received, with 100% of survey respondents saying they’d recommend the program to others.
Read MoreSarah Goodell on November 18, 2015
This fall we launched our first-ever Financial Consulting Program, in partnership with Morris Retirement Advisors. The program provides cancer patients and survivors with the opportunity to get free financial guidance to help alleviate the economic stress that all too often accompanies a cancer diagnosis.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on November 16, 2015
A recent study revealed that the number of people telecommuting has increased significantly over the past 10 years, and that’s promising news for working people with cancer.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on November 12, 2015
Managing your workload can be challenging in general — even more so when you have cancer. We offer tips for determining what you can reasonably handle and how best to communicate it.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on November 9, 2015
More studies are showing that exercise can improve side effects caused by chemotherapy — it may also help you be more alert, energetic and productive during your workday.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on November 5, 2015
Due to the tremendous success of our initial Professional Development Micro-Grants program, launched earlier this year, we are excited to announce that we are offering this program again for 2016!
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on November 2, 2015
You are the world’s leading authority on your life and work. When mapping a plan for working through treatment, it’s important to marry your expertise with that of various members of your healthcare team.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on October 28, 2015
Marty Davis was a general contractor who owned his own construction company when he was diagnosed with a very rare form of cancer.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on October 26, 2015
Being able to use a personal cell phone while on the job is essential for many cancer survivors. Learn tips for maintaining good cell phone etiquette at the office.
Read MoreChrissy B. on October 22, 2015
When it comes to your resume, a lot of information has to be conveyed in a limited amount of time and space. So what you include has to pack a punch!
Read MoreSarah Goodell on October 19, 2015
WebMD recently published an article on how to handle being told that you have cancer — again. This can be incredibly overwhelming news; but once you get past the initial shock, there are key facts you should focus on to help you get through the rest.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on October 15, 2015
Find out what Employee Assistance Programs are, what they may offer for working people with cancer and what Cancer and Careers offers for EAPs.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on October 12, 2015
My name is Nicole Shaffer and I’m thrilled to be the new Manager of Programs at Cancer and Careers. The work CAC is doing holds a special place in my heart.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on October 8, 2015
One of the biggest challenges employees with cancer face is deciding whether to share their diagnosis with their employer and/or coworkers — then determining what and whom to tell.
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