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I applied to nothing for two months because I couldn't write the gap into a sentence. Then a mentor told me to describe the gap as a period, not an apology. Three things helped: one honest sentence about the break, one refreshed skill, one person who introduced me.
Try this: Craft your break sentence
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Encourage first, advise second
Hana Kim
'A period, not an apology.' Saving this for the women I mentor.
7h ago · marked helpful by the author
Linh Nguyen
Did you mention the break in the CV or only in interview?
5h ago
Yuki SatoAuthor
Both — one line in the CV so it never becomes a surprise.
4h ago
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Five lessons from my first year leading a team of nine.
Your team reads your calendar, not your intentions.
Feedback delayed is feedback doubled in weight.
You are allowed to say 'I don't know yet'.
Protect one deep-work block or you'll manage from reaction.
Ask each person how they want to be supported. Then actually do that.
Try this: Connect with a manager mentor
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Nine of twelve places filled. We meet for 30 days, one check-in a week, one shared action.
Try this: Claim your spot
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