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How to Write a Resume Explaining a Sabbatical
In this episode of The Resume Room, Lucas and Luna tackle a tricky resume challenge: how to frame a sabbatical — whether for burnout recovery, personal projects, caregiving, or just a planned break — so it doesn't hurt your candidacy. They break down a real example from a marketing director who took 14 months off to travel and volunteer, then successfully landed a role at a Fortune 500 company. Lucas explains three specific strategies: using a functional format, creating a 'Career Break' section, and reframing sabbatical language around intentionality and outcomes. They also…
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