Melissa DeLeo on December 19, 2011
This empowering, free online resource collects snapshots of the cancer experience by asking working people with cancer at all phases of their treatment and recovery to answer the same series of questions about their outlook, their work experience and advice they would give others. We invite you to read their stories and share your own.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on October 31, 2011
You’ve decided to disclose your cancer diagnosis to your employer, what’s next? The Manager’s Kit is designed for you to give to your boss to help start or smooth the conversation. We've laid out the "need-to-know" laws that relate to cancer in the workplace, successful workplace strategies and tips for working with your HR department.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on October 21, 2011
If you've hit a job search plateau and need a new approach, maybe it's time to think outside the box.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on October 10, 2011
Tired of endlessly clicking through general job boards? Exhausted of being frustrated and confused rather than employed? Niche job sites may be exactly what you are missing.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on October 5, 2011
Tomorrow, October 6th, is the fourth and last Career Advice session of the 2011 Ask The Experts Series. At 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT you can dial in to speak with our very own career coach and expert, Julie Jansen, for free.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on September 19, 2011
The interview process can be an incredible mixture of nerves and adrenaline. And the desire to land the job can also be your Achilles’ heel. Check out this blog to learn if your interview actions are setting you up for success or leading you to failure.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on September 12, 2011
A personal reference can be the make or break factor in landing a new job. Learn how to set yourself up for success.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on August 15, 2011
Whether you are just now starting to consider self-employment or you are a seasoned self starter, Cancer and Careers can help you along the way.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on August 4, 2011
Understanding what costs to expect before starting treatment can help you manage the financial impact of cancer in the most effective way possible. ASCO created this guide to help you talk with your healthcare team about coping with the costs of cancer care.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on July 26, 2011
Gaining an objective understanding of your abilities, preferences, values and interests is a fundamental step in determining your best career fit. Explore Julie Jansen's list of reflective questions from CAC's National Work & Cancer Conference to see how your job measures up.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on July 19, 2011
Mark your calendars! Life with Cancer presents…. The WTF Young Adult Survivorship Conference Saturday, August 6, 2011, Fairfax,VA
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on July 13, 2011
Two is always better than one, especially when we are talking about the Educational Series for Healthcare Professionals! Register for the Fall Series today!
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on July 7, 2011
This past month Cancer and Careers has stretched our resources further than ever to provide practical tips, tools and resources to survivors from coast-to-coast.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on July 5, 2011
Thank you to every healthcare professional, cancer survivor, man and woman undergoing treatment, community partner, sponsor and friend of Cancer and Careers who made The National Conference on Work and Cancer possible.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on June 13, 2011
Wondering what past participants in the Ask the Experts Workshops are saying? Did they find the Legal and Career sessions helpful? Was the open dialogue useful to them? And don't forget to join us in a few weeks for the next calls!
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on May 16, 2011
Tomorrow, May 17th, is the third session of the “Ask the Experts: Legal and Career Advice” Series. At 7:30pm ET/4:30pm PT you can dial in to speak with our very own career coach and expert, Julie Jansen, for free.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on May 2, 2011
This past week Cancer and Careers attended the Oncology Nursing Society’s Annual Congress in the beautiful city of Boston. During the four day conference, we met hundreds of oncology nurses and healthcare professionals, and we were incredibly humbled and excited by their enthusiasm for CAC.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on April 25, 2011
The highlights from the 2nd Session of the Educational Series for Healthcare Professionals on April 7, 2011. Joanna Morales, Director of the CLRC, presented "Legal and Insurance issues to Consider," addressing the legal reality surrounding cancer, employment, insurance, discrimination, and everything in between.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on April 11, 2011
The Cancer Support Community: ensuring that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.
Read MoreMelissa DeLeo on March 9, 2011
Thursday March 3rd marked the first session of our 2011 accredited Educational Series for Healthcare Professionals, “Practical Advice and Tools to Balance Cancer and Employment.” And, what a success it was!
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