Talking About the Gap in Your Resume

Gaps in resumes used to be taboo, but today it seems to be more of a norm than the exception due to layoffs and hiring freezes over the last 24 months. Instead of feeling shame or embarrassment, job seekers and hiring managers can create a space to share life experiences, personal and professional growth during those gaps in jobs.

By Wendy Wilsker

About the Author

Wendy Wilsker

Managing Partner, United States
Global Practice Co-Leader, Non-Profit Organizations

Wendy Wilsker has dedicated her entire career to the non-profit sector, serving in leadership roles within charitable organizations and working alongside them as an executive recruiter and consultant. She excels at identifying the unique challenges and opportunities non-profits face, and partners with senior leadership to build successful organizational structures, teams and advancement programs.