How to answer interview questions about a resume gap, according to a career expert
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Sophie Caldwell
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
Career expert Erin McGoff advises job seekers not to panic when asked about resume gaps in interviews. She notes that non-linear career paths are increasingly common and that employment gaps are no longer the red flag they once were. McGoff recommends candidates come prepared with a calm, collected response that frames the gap positively or neutrally, rather than defensively.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledIf an interviewer asks you to explain a gap on your resume, don't panic, she says.
Come prepared for the question and try to stay cool and collected when you answer.
It's increasingly rare for professionals to have an entirely linear career path, according to McGoff.
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