How are we all handling the gap question lately? I'm meeting with interviewers who act like a long-term search is a personal choice rather than a result of the current market. I want to find a way to explain my situation that sounds polished and professional. Any tips for talking about your time off without sounding like excuses?

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I explained my time off which was about a year as I took the time to regroup after my employer closed. I wanted to carefully consider my next steps. During that time I also brushed up on my technical skills.

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You could say, you needed some traveling time. Life is short and before you find the right position, you wanted to make sure you spent some time exploring all options.

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In cases like this, it’s important to always level up a skill you have or work on the side. It shows that you’re active and moving forward, regardless of gaps.

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