It seems that you've been out of work for a while. What have you been up to during that time?

If you have a gap in your employment history, be prepared to discuss what you have been doing during this time. The interviewer needs to hear that you have been doing something productive with your time. You might share how you have been spending your days searching for jobs. Perhaps you have been caring for a loved one who is ill. Maybe you have been lucky enough to take a European vacation. Or perhaps you have been furthering your education. Just share with the interviewer how you have been productive with your time.