Make sure you have a clear story for why you haven’t worked in 2.5 years. It can be a complete lie. Don’t worry about that - it’s really none of their business,

Make sure you have a clear story for why you haven’t worked in 2.5 years. It can be a complete lie. Don’t worry about that - it’s really none of their business, but you need to tell them what they want to hear to move forward. For example: - You were taking care of a sick family member - You became a stay-at-home parent to support your spouse - You were full-time contracting Keep it simple. 99% of the time it’s not an issue if the excuse is reasonable and your delivery is confident. The more personal the issue, the less likely they will probe.