How to Explain Gaps in Your Resume

When you’re interviewing for a job, there’s no use trying to avoid or circumvent the fact that you have gaps in your resume. The hiring manager will spot them, and you may as well address them head-on. But how can you explain gaps in your resume or employment history without sounding like you’re making an […]

Questions to Ask Candidates With an Unemployment Gap on their Resume

All kinds of employees, from executives to assistants, take extended work leave for a variety of reasons.  Some need the flexibility to handle other responsibilities, such as family or education, while others fall victim to a weak economy.  Whatever the reasons, hiring managers and business owners should take these gaps seriously, but avoid making assumptions.