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Question 26 of 28 for our Toyota Mock Interview

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Question 26 of 28

Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employment. What were you doing during those gaps?

There are many reasons for having a gap in your resume, and it's best, to be honest, and upfront, about the reasons. Gaps are okay to have so long as there is a legitimate reason behind them. Also, show the interviewer that you did not remain dormant during that time. Talk about any courses you took, volunteer work you did that might have helped prepare you for your employment at Toyota.

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How to Answer: Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employment. What were you doing during those gaps?

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  • 26. Looking at your resume, I see multiple gaps between employment. What were you doing during those gaps?

      How to Answer

      There are many reasons for having a gap in your resume, and it's best, to be honest, and upfront, about the reasons. Gaps are okay to have so long as there is a legitimate reason behind them. Also, show the interviewer that you did not remain dormant during that time. Talk about any courses you took, volunteer work you did that might have helped prepare you for your employment at Toyota.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on August 30th, 2021

      1st Answer Example

      "I had a gap from 2009-2010 while I was on maternity leave and then another for six months in 2015 while I cared for an ailing parent. During that time I was vigilant in keeping up to date on the market so that my knowledge did not become obsolete."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on August 30th, 2021

      2nd Answer Example

      "I was laid off in December of 2016 and, due to the recession, found it difficult to land employment for the eight months following that lay off. Luckily, I received a good severance package from my previous employer. I took the time to learn Spanish which I think will be an asset to reaching the large Hispanic population in our city."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on August 30th, 2021