The Dream Job System Podcast How To Easily Explain A Gap In Employment | Ep #735
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Aug 13, 2025 Discover effective strategies to explain employment gaps on your resume and LinkedIn profile. Learn why employers care about these gaps and how to frame them positively. Gain insights on addressing these gaps during interviews while showcasing the skills you've acquired. Plus, explore career coaching options and tools to help elevate your job search!
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Gaps Don't Reduce Candidate Value
- Gaps in employment are a normal part of life and don't change a candidate's underlying value.
- Employers should assess qualifications, not penalize people for time away from work.
Use LinkedIn's Gap Feature
- Use LinkedIn's new official feature to list employment gaps instead of inventing fake companies.
- Adding an official gap entry helps normalize breaks and prevents awkward workarounds.
Highlight Productive Gap Activities
- On your resume, list activities you did during the gap that kept you engaged in the industry.
- Include courses, projects, reading, or networking to show continuous professional investment.