Gaps in a resume are less problematic if good work experience can be illustrated.  This is true even of volunteer experience not related to the specific field in which the…   Click to read the full article

A job seeker can explain gaps either in the main body of a resume or in a cover letter.  If a cover letter is used, a job seeker should take…   Click to read the full article

Some gaps are trickier to explain.  These include periods of unemployment, which may or may not be related to disability or illness.   If the mentioning of gaps can’t be avoided,…   Click to read the full article

Keep in mind that not all gaps need to be mentioned.  These include gaps that lasted for a couple of months or occurred long ago.  In such cases, it is…   Click to read the full article

When it comes down to business, employers want to hire reliable people committed to their jobs.  For this reason, most employers check for a progressive path through education and work…   Click to read the full article