Next Job Now
Next Job Now
Greg Langstaff
Is a Resume Gap Ruining Your Job Search?
17 minutes Posted Mar 31, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
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This week, Jeff and I are tackling one of the most stressful topics for any job seeker… gaps in your resume. It is so easy to feel like a few years, months, or even weeks away from the workforce makes you "unhirable," but we promise you that is just not the case. Whether you were caring for family, traveling, or just taking a breath to find the right fit, these periods are incredibly common and completely manageable when you have the right strategy.

In this episode we’re talking about:

  • Why resume gaps are never a dealbreaker
  • Using "Leave" terminology instead of "Unemployed"
  • The magic of "Family Care Leave"
  • How to list gaps like a regular job
  • Turning volunteer roles into powerful experience
  • The secret to "faking it" with consulting or freelancing
  • How to explain the gap in an interview
  • Upskilling during your time off


Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)


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