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Andrew Jacob on April 23, 2012
Chances are you're looking for a new job online (or will be soon) and thus you're looking at dozens of sites and thousands of listings. Read more to find an incredible resource to increase your chances and decrease the hassle.
Read MoreAlice McKenney on April 20, 2012
Are you looking to go beyond the standard resume? Are you willing to try new, tech-savvy, tactics to really give your work experience that wow factor? Got an up-to-date LinkedIn profile? Then it's time to try re.vu.
Read MoreAndrew Jacob on April 16, 2012
Join thousands of empowered women in NYC, Chicago and San Francisco as they dance, stretch and exercise with proceeds benefiting two amazing causes (one of them is us!).
Read MoreEva LaManna on April 12, 2012
How avoiding multitasking and doing one thing at a time can actually help you accomplish more.
Read MoreAndrew Jacob on April 9, 2012
Thought your pictures and personal information were being shared just among friends? Your next employer may demand access to your Facebook account.
Read MoreRebecca Nellis on April 5, 2012
CareerBuilder found that 85% of hiring managers and HR managers are more understanding of employment gaps now than pre-recession.
Read MoreAlice McKenney on April 3, 2012
Working from home is on the rise, and more companies are trusting their employees to be productive in their own home offices in addition to the workplace. This is real progress, and bodes well for cancer survivors wanting flex-time!
Read MoreEva LaManna on March 29, 2012
Six great questions to ask a potential employer in a job interview that will have you leaving a positive impression.
Read MoreTrevel Balser on March 21, 2012
Would you like to support Cancer and Careers, but aren’t able to make a donation? Here are some easy ways!
Read MoreEva LaManna on March 21, 2012
The Cancer Legal Resource Center's annual Cancer Rights Conferences will soon be getting underway.
Read MoreAlice McKenney on March 20, 2012
As many of us are aware at this point, Facebook Timeline is here to stay, and eventually we will all have to switch over. Do you know what to avoid doing on it so you don't mess up your job search?
Read MoreEva LaManna on March 16, 2012
A recent article discusses the increase in genetic discrimination complaints, and how that relates to cancer in the workplace.
Read MoreEva LaManna on March 9, 2012
Posting your resume on LinkedIn has just become even more beneficial as the site acts as a recruiter to connect companies with candidates.
Read MoreAndrew Jacob on March 8, 2012
Spa Week will be taking place April 16th-22nd all over the country. Participating spas are offering $50 massages, facials, and other spa treatments with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Cancer and Careers.
Read MoreAlice McKenney on March 5, 2012
A recent Inc. Magazine article touts the virtues of flexible work schedules. Cancer and Careers often encourages survivors to flex their hours when possible - and it's now becoming clear that this tactic works for everyone, not just cancer survivors.
Read MoreAndrew Jacob on February 28, 2012
Check out this article that simplifies every interview into three basic questions.
Read MoreEva LaManna on February 23, 2012
I attended a recent Cancer Legal Resource Center informational webinar on cancer and employment law and wanted to share some takeaways.
Read MoreKate Sweeney on February 23, 2012
Registration is officially open for CAC’s 2nd annual National Conference on Work & Cancer! We will be covering all of the top issues: from job search and re-entering the workforce, to legal and insurance issues, and more.
Read MoreRebecca Nellis on February 16, 2012
It is becoming clear that not enough people are being talked to with cancer and therefore not enough questions are being asked about cancer’s impact on employment. I am in the midst of finishing my master's thesis for a public policy degree, and am working to identify any stastically significant effect of cancer on employment
Read MoreEva LaManna on February 14, 2012
WhatNext is an excellent online networking resource for patients and survivors alike to connect to others with a similar diagnosis, share their story, and ask for expert opinions. Cancer and Careers was recently chosen to offer advice regarding the issues surrounding work & cancer.
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