While an employer is learning things about you in an interview, you are also learning more about the company, and if the opportunity aligns with your needs. For someone who has been diagnosed wit...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/does-this-job-fit-your-needs
Networking has been cited as the best way to get a job when looking for work. But, so many people shy away from the practice. Given it's importance for landing a new job, it's a good idea to be w...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/building-a-professional-networ
The Chunking Method is a memory technique that involves breaking down information into smaller pieces to make them easier to remember. This can be a great tool for anyone in the workplace, especi...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/how-to-use-the-chunking-method
We held a webinar last week on First Impressions: Resumes and LinkedIn. Check out some advice on writing resumes and setting up a LinkedIn profile, as well as a full archived recording of the web...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/first-impressions-resumes-and
Last week we held our 11th annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer. We were joined by 261 attendees (our second highest to date) who were made up of patients, survivors, healthcare/nonprofit/H...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/11th-annual-midwest-conference
AI, or artificial intelligence, has been around in one form or another for many decades now, but during the last few years, its rapid advancements have become the hot new topic. For those current...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/the-power-of-ai-at-work
We held our third Balancing Work and Cancer webinar on March 6th. Longtime CAC collaborator and career coach Julie Jansen led the session on Career Shifting: Tips, Tools & Techniques. A main focu...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/career-shifting-webinar-recap
At it's core, communication is responsible for making things work. Whether that's keeping a business successfully operating or building personal and professional relationships, communication is i...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/super-communicators-who-they
"Sunday scaries" is a growing trend characterized by heightened anxiety and stress as the weekend draws to a close. If you often feel this, know that you are not alone – as a 2023 LinkedIn surv...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/so-long-sunday-scaries
Cancer and Careers is celebrating our executive director Rebecca V. Nellis’s 20th anniversary at the organization today. Over the last two decades Rebecca has helped shape CAC into the authorit...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/rebecca-s-20th-anniversary-q-a
Public speaking is a very common fear, but can be critical for some jobs. Adding in the stresses of working after a cancer diagnosis, the thought of getting up to speak in front of people can be ...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/overpreparing-can-help-you-at
The Balancing Remote Work & Cancer webinar provided comprehensive insights into the dynamics of balancing remote work and cancer, addressing both its advantages and challenges while offering prac...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/balancing-remote-work-cancer-1
We held out first Balancing Work & Cancer webinar of 2024 last week when we were joined by longtime CAC collaborator Julie Larson. Julie led a session on Managing Long-Term Stress and had some us...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/managing-long-term-stress-webi-1
Stress can feel overwhelming and omnipresent, especially when you're managing a diagnosis and work. It's important to take some time to hit the reset button to ground yourself and prepare to take...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/managing-stress-and-giving-you
Embarking on a job search can be both exciting and challenging. With the seemingly endless options and expectations for roles, the process can feel overwhelming, especially when balancing a cance...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/debunking-job-search-myths
Many cancer patients and survivors find themselves seeking a career change – either because they are seeking a sense of purpose and fulfillment; or because they are looking for a career that is...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/considering-a-career-shift-aft
Preparation is one of the best ways to make a great impression on whomever you're interviewing with. It's also a great way to avoid accidental disclosure when navigating a job search with a cance...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/questions-to-practice-before-a
The news has been very heavy recently - what are some best practices for self-care when balancing work and the reality of the world?
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/balancing-self-care-with-work
In the fast-paced world of work, the idea of taking breaks often gets overshadowed by looming deadlines and the never-ending to-do list. Research shows that the more people are forced to be produ...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/the-power-of-breaks-for-brain
We hosted our final Balancing Work & Cancer webinar of 2023 yesterday, December 6th. Author, speaker and career change coach Ariane Hunter joined us to lead a session on Marketing Yourself: Job S...
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/blog/marketing-yourself-webinar-re