LinkedIn removes the stigma of a 'career break' with new resume feature – SeniorsMatter

Professional social network LinkedIn recently began allowing users the ability to fill in gaps on their resume during times in which they weren’t actively working in a traditional workplace. LinkedIn launched the feature last month, citing changes to the workplace brought on by COVID-19. This feature could benefit caregivers who have to leave their jobs to care for loved ones full-time. In a blog post announcing the feature, LinkedIn’s Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition Jennifer Shappley explained that, even though one-fifth of hiring managers refuse to hire an applicant who has taken extended time away from work, the pandemic has changed some employers’ perspectives, and time away may not be as stigmatized as it once was. …the pandemic has changed some employers’ perspectives, and time away may not be as stigmatized as it once was. “Over the past few years, we’ve seen these work pauses increase even more as the pandemic upended the traditional workplace,” she wrote. “Today, we’re introducing Career Breaks on the LinkedIn Profile. We are hoping this new feature will make it easier for candidates and recruiters to have open conversations around the skills and experiences professionals amass away from the traditional workplace.” “Caregiving” is one…
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