How do you handle gaps in employment on a resume?

[mediaguy74]

How do you handle gaps in employment on a resume?

[Nick Nguyen]

As honestly as possible. If you were in school, be sure to point this fact out. Otherwise, just enter the employment history honestly without explicitly pointing out the gaps, and when the employer asks, just answer honestly. Do have a good, well-reasoned answer thought out. With the lackluster economy in recent years, many employers will be very understanding.

[jegan]

There's always the option to add that you were working "freelance." Of course, you'll need to back that up with some work examples.

[Silvana]

With honest explanations in a way that makes sense for the job you are applying for. If the period is questioned, be prepared to present examples of how your learned/gained from activities during that period that can contribute towards your performing well in the position you are interviewing for.