Question: I took time off after the Navy to travel and then care for my mother who’d just had surgery. How do I explain that on my resume? Answer: Today, the thinking around resume gaps is evolving.

The dreaded "resume gap" — not only does it often foil applicant-tracking software, but it can arouse immediate suspicion in employers and recruiters, causing job seekers to lose out on positions. Yet ...

Navigating career gaps on your CV can feel daunting, but with a strategic approach, you can turn them into opportunities to demonstrate resilience, growth, and adaptability. Whether your gap was due ...