This is wonderful advice, Kristof. The candidate obsesses over things that are a mere eye flick in the end run, if set properly. Focus on what is important: your value to that particular employer!
On LinkedIN, I have structured the gaps around, 1) move to foreign country and re-establishing career base (Switzerland) following maternity leave and 2) focus on supporting my child during primary school transition while deepening community engagement required for Swiss citizenship. Both true and both for a good cause, bounded and showing clear upward career progression after each break.
No one has ever asked about my career gaps. I needed the time, I took it. If I felt the gap is truly relevant to my fit in the company and role, I might share an explanation, but I would rather spend my time exploring how I can make a difference in the role.
This is wonderful advice, Kristof. The candidate obsesses over things that are a mere eye flick in the end run, if set properly. Focus on what is important: your value to that particular employer!
On LinkedIN, I have structured the gaps around, 1) move to foreign country and re-establishing career base (Switzerland) following maternity leave and 2) focus on supporting my child during primary school transition while deepening community engagement required for Swiss citizenship. Both true and both for a good cause, bounded and showing clear upward career progression after each break.
No one has ever asked about my career gaps. I needed the time, I took it. If I felt the gap is truly relevant to my fit in the company and role, I might share an explanation, but I would rather spend my time exploring how I can make a difference in the role.