Present a career gap without letting it define the whole resume
A gap is part of a career timeline, not automatically a weakness. ProCV helps you present the relevant context and bring forward the evidence that supports your return.
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Decide what the employer needs to understand about the period without sharing more personal detail than is necessary.
Include relevant learning, freelance work, caring responsibilities, volunteering, projects, or other evidence when appropriate.
Use the summary and recent evidence to show what you can contribute in the role you want now.
Questions job seekers ask
How do I explain a career gap on a resume?
Be honest and concise, add relevant activity where useful, and focus the rest of the resume on your capabilities and target role.
Should I hide a career gap?
Avoid misleading dates. A clear, simple timeline is usually easier for an employer to understand than unexplained inconsistencies.
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