Maddy Meislin on November 9, 2023
In today's digital age, our online presence plays a significant role in our personal and professional lives. For cancer patients and survivors, the question of whether to share their diagnosis and treatment journey online is a complex one – and sometimes it can even be accidental.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on July 31, 2023
Online reviews of healthcare providers can be a valuable resource for patients seeking care and/or looking to provide feedback. But it's also a way to potentially accidentally disclose a diagnosis
Read MoreBrian Morvant on May 9, 2022
Google recently announced a new function that will let you request certain personal information be removed from Google Search.
Read MoreBrian Morvant on September 24, 2021
It’s important to regularly check the privacy settings of the websites you log-in to, but it can be challenging to keep up with all the changes. The Washington Post's new "Help Desk" promises to keep you up to date with news and step by step guides.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on December 23, 2020
With the new year approaching, now is a great time to revamp your job search. CAC is committed to providing expert programs and interactive services to help people diagnosed with cancer navigate a successful job search.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on September 28, 2020
What you need to know about job searching during COVID-19,
Read MoreRebecca Nellis on May 14, 2020
This week we hosted a virtual program on job search and one of the questions that came up was what constitutes inappropriate content online. From our perspective inappropriate doesn’t necessarily mean bad, it is rather about considering anything you have posted through the context of what is valuable and helpful for you to have online right now.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on February 18, 2020
Social media is here, and it's here to stay. Understanding best practices for using it in your personal life can extend to security and stability in your professional life.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on June 10, 2019
What you post on social media can impact your job search, so it’s critical that your social profiles reflect the image you’re trying to convey.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on February 25, 2019
It’s a reality in today’s professional landscape that employers Google. As such, it’s essential to have a clear sense of what your “online brand” says about you.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on February 4, 2019
Looking to improve your presence on LinkedIn? Check out these suggestions for updating your profile in 2019.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on November 26, 2018
As the world becomes more and more and accustomed to sharing the both the big and minute details of their lives via social media, it's also important to consider the ramifications of oversharing online in terms of your professional image. Read on for suggestions on how to ensure you're making the right considerations as you post on social media.
Read MoreChrissy B. on August 20, 2018
Having a robust online presence is becoming increasingly important. Here are easy steps you can follow to establish yours.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on July 30, 2018
Maintaining a positive professional online presence is becoming more important, as hiring managers use Internet searches to find out about candidates or confirm something a prospective employee has told them. Here’s how to make sure they see what you want them to see!
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on June 19, 2018
Do you really know how your online data is used by the social media giants like Facebook, Google and Microsoft? Get educated and learn how to protect your information online.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on April 23, 2018
It’s important to understand the ways in which using social media can benefit you when you’re looking for a new job. Here are some best practices for using it in a professional capacity.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on March 12, 2018
Social media has become an important part of both personal and professional personas. These four tips can help you strengthen your social media presence and boost your professional brand.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on February 19, 2018
Writing a LinkedIn article is a great way to increase networking opportunities and enhance your online brand. Here’s how to do it.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on December 4, 2017
If you want your job search to be as successful as possible, first you need to do some “self searching” — online — and make sure the results are positive.
Read MoreChrissy B. on November 20, 2017
While certain key elements of a successful job search are unlikely ever to change, experts say there are a few trends you’ll want to take note of if you plan on looking for work in the new year.
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