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Does having a very long employment gap (let's say two years) make you unemployable in the field you were working before the gap occurred? How does a job seeker in this situation prove to employers that they can be reliable again? Will the job seeker need to "start over" at the bottom and work a job such as a grocery bagger or at a fast food restaurant to prove themselves reliable?
It really depends on the reason for the two-year gap. If you were proven to be reliable before the gap, then I don't see much cause for concern.
Every employer is different. Some hiring managers may not care whereas others won't even call you in for an interview once they see that large of a gap.
Does having a very long employment gap (let's say two years) make you unemployable in the field you were working before the gap occurred? How does a job seeker in this situation prove to employers that they can be reliable again? Will the job seeker need to "start over" at the bottom and work a job such as a grocery bagger or at a fast food restaurant to prove themselves reliable?
Just say you went on a personal sabbatical. And, if asked be prepared to discuss how the "experience" makes you suitable for whatever it is you're applying for. I don't believe it will hurt your re-employment chances at all. I've seen people do this and jump back into work with no issues.
It really depends on the reason for the two-year gap. If you were proven to be reliable before the gap, then I don't see much cause for concern.
Every employer is different. Some hiring managers may not care whereas others won't even call you in for an interview once they see that large of a gap.
I honestly have no reason for the gap aside from immaturity and laziness. I am planning on taking a crappy job "for now" but am hoping I won't have to make a career out of it. I used to cite my mental health as my excuse for not working but I realize it is actually my poor attitude and personality flaws holding me back.
Well, what's changed now? Some potential employers may not ask about the gap but some might. I'd find a way to summarize what changed as a result of it...after all, you are realizing you need/want to work. The idea of a personal sabbatical isn't terrible but I would think it through in case someone wants you to enlarge on it. There's a sweet spot between an outright lie and the unvarnished truth. Up to you to find it.
I honestly have no reason for the gap aside from immaturity and laziness. I am planning on taking a crappy job "for now" but am hoping I won't have to make a career out of it. I used to cite my mental health as my excuse for not working but I realize it is actually my poor attitude and personality flaws holding me back.
Normally, so long as you have a reasonable explanation for the gap (belive me I've heard it all), gaps are not as bad as people say they are. Gaps usually only causes issues because the person can't explain it, tries to gloss it over or has a lame reason for the gap. Even saying it was a dumb immature lazy decision, explaining still goes a whole lot further than having nothing to offer. It's one of those, made the bed, now sleep in it moments.
I honestly have no reason for the gap aside from immaturity and laziness.
I am planning on taking a crappy job "for now" but ...
Go back within your own work history (career) for something you've had success with.
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