Session Descriptions

Below, learn more about the sessions that were offered at the 2022 Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer, on Friday, March 25, 2022.

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Balancing Work & Cancer (9:30 AM CT)

Do you have to disclose your diagnosis to your employer? Concerned about managing your side effects at work? This session will arm you with practical tips, communication strategies, an understanding of the ADA’s reasonable accommodations and more.

Job Search (11:15 AM CT)

There are many considerations when job searching, and even more when doing so after a cancer diagnosis. In this session we will address building an online brand, tools and techniques for resume and cover letter writing, approaches to networking and virtual interviewing, and so much more that goes into the job hunt.

Building Confidence at Work (1:30 PM CT)

We all know that cancer takes a physical and emotional toll, so it’s important to recognize the potential impact those changes can have on a person’s self-conﬁdence and how that can play out in the work environment. This session will address those issues and offer useful ways to maintain or even increase self-conﬁdence while on the job or when returning to work.

Enhancing Your Skills: Prepping For Success (2:45 PM CT)

Professional skills, hard skills, soft skills, foundational skills — what’s the difference? And why does it matter? For anyone looking to change jobs or careers or thrive at work post-diagnosis, a key first step is identifying what you can do already and what you need to learn in order to land the role you want. This session will help you identify opportunities to increase your skillset and use your existing experience to excel at work or find your next opportunity.