Plenty of professionals have employment gaps on their resumes. Maybe they spent time traveling between gigs. Perhaps they're due to poor health or a lengthy job search. Whatever the reason, these ...

Since the pandemic, most employers have been more understanding and less discriminating regarding resume gaps — but you have to be ready to explain the gaps clearly, confidently, and without stumbling ...

Since the pandemic, most employers have been more understanding and less discriminating regarding resume gaps — but you have to be ready to explain the gaps clearly, confidently, and without ...

If you leave a long gap between jobs in your resume, employers are less than half as likely to call you to talk further, according to research by resume-writing company ResumeGo. While a one or ...

Contrary to popular belief, it’s not uncommon or detrimental to take time out of work. Whether you’ve spent six months out traveling the world, dedicated time to caring for a loved one, or simply ...

Here are five common reasons for resumé gaps, and some examples of how to confidently explain them during an interview. 1. Parents who stayed at home If you took time off from work to raise children, ...

Assume recruiters will spot it on your resume and inquire about why there's a gap or what you were doing with your time. When I worked in recruiting, occasionally a candidate had gaps on their ...

While stigma is lessening, it’s still important to explain a career break in a way that increases your chances of securing a new job. If you find yourself re-entering the workforce after a break, ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — If you’ve been away from work for an extended period of time, jumping back into the job market can feel daunting. You may not know how to explain gaps in your resume, or if you ...