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Career guides
Practical guides for experienced job seekers: explaining a career gap, following up after an interview and deciding which jobs are worth applying to.
How to explain a career gap
What to say about time away from work, how much to share, and how to handle a gap on your résumé, in a cover letter and in an interview.
How to follow up after a job interview
When to send a thank-you note, what to write, how long to wait before checking in, and what to do when you hear nothing back.
How to decide if a job is worth applying to
A quick way to judge a job posting: find the must-haves, compare the listed skills with your own experience, and weigh the role against what you want next.