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Explaining a gap after caregiving or layoff after 12 years as a social media manager
Jae Baptiste
5/23/2026, 5:33:01 AM
I have been out of work for 6 months and worry about the gap. It has been weighing on me all week. I am not sure how much to explain.
Gemma Baptiste
9/21/2026, 11:07:22 AM
A short, honest line such as 'family caregiving' is enough for most employers. They mostly want to know you are ready now.
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