Many of us have found ourselves unemployed with the prospect of a yawning gap in our CV. While employment gaps can be tricky to explain, there is a way to address them so that your CV stands out to employers.

In this video, our career experts cover some key ways to approach and explain unemployment your CV, to ensure your talent is the prime focus of your application, rather than your stint out of work. This includes:

Being open and honest about your work history – remember it’s perfectly normal for people’s circumstances to change and to be in between jobs!

Remaining professional – it’s a CV after all! Keep your work summary short and avoid including any subjective detail

Focussing on the positives – having a break is a great opportunity to gain perspective or additional skills. Either way, mention what you’ve learnt

Expanding your interests – during unemployment you may have had a bit more time for fun. Make the most of this and bring the interests section of your CV to life with your passions

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