This quick guide provides three perfect responses to the tricky interview question, “Why Is There a Gap In Your Employment?”
Let’s start off by looking at 4 good reasons for gaps in employment…
GOOD REASONS FOR GAPS IN EMPLOYMENT!
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You went travelling to experience different cultures, languages, and ways of living which all helped enhance your interpersonal and communication skills.
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You took time off work to raise your family.
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You took time away from work to take care of sick or elderly relatives.
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You took time away from work to study a training course that helped you to gain new qualifications and skills that could then be used in the workplace.
“WHY IS THERE A GAP IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY?” (Example Answer #1)
“The gap in my employment is because I went travelling. It was something I’d wanted to do for a long time, and although travelling around the world was fun, I gained so much more from it. I got to experience different cultures, different languages, different ideas, and different ways of living. And all of these experiences that I gained whilst travelling not only made me a better person, but they gave me so much more in terms of skills that I can bring to the workplace. I’ve now finished travelling and I’m ready to commit to the role.”
“WHY IS THERE A GAP IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY?” (Example Answer #2)
“The gap in my employment was because I needed to spend time taking care of my elderly parents. They were not very well. They were my priority at the time. So, I took time out of work to look after them. However, they are now better, and I’m ready to commit to your organization in this role.”
“WHY IS THERE A GAP IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY?” (Example Answer #3)
“The gap in my employment is because I’m a single parent, and I needed to take time out of work to look after and raise my children. It was something that was a priority for me at the time. However, my children are now at the age where I can return to work refreshed and ready to commit to your organization in this role.”
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