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Explaining a gap after caregiving or layoff (update)

  • Ingrid Osei

    9/24/2026, 2:03:13 AM

    I took time out to care for a family member after working as an IT help-desk technician. I am nervous about being filtered out. What do you say in interviews?

  • Lukas Osei

    9/25/2026, 10:06:46 PM

    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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