I was a stay-at-home mom for 25 years. Thus, I have a large gap on my resume with no work experience. What is the best way to deal with this, resume wise?Thanks!
Bayat 86 Posts Apr 4, 2013 Have you used your license doing volunteer work in a free clinic? Is your license current? Have you kept up your readings on the field? Have you taken courses to stay current?I think you might want to check into finding a local workforce center for help. Here's a vid about someone with a similar large gap: Meet Laurie – Single Mom with Large Gaps in Resume | Jobs and educational informationSome general articles about the subject:Resume Writing: How to handle big gaps between jobsAsk a Resume Writer: What About a Big Job Gap on My Resume? | Free Resume Samples, Cover Letter Samples and TipsUnemployed? How workers can get a job despite a résumé gap - Sep. 2, 20097 Creative Ways to Explain Resume Gap in Work History | ResumeBucket BlogGood luck.
Bayat 86 Posts Apr 11, 2013 Oh, one more thing: On your application forms use the power phrase "Family commitment" for reason for leaving.
