> Long break on your CV is a red flag for HR and Hiring Managers. To the contrary-- I've known many people come back from a sabbatical/garden leave scenarios.

> Long break on your CV is a red flag for HR and Hiring Managers. To the contrary-- I've known many people come back from a sabbatical/garden leave scenarios. Universally, the reaction is 'I wish I could take extended time-off like that'. It helps to have a great cover story like hiking the Inca Trail or spent time developing an extra cool project. *Providing care for an elderly loved one also gets understanding nods.