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explaining a tough employment gap

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by jc661 » Fri Dec 03, 2010 2:12 pm
So one year into my first full-time job, I was flourishing in the position (corporate setting) but had concluded that, long-term, this field was not for me. So I left my job without having another lined up and planned on volunteering for a non-profit campaign but quickly realized that I had made a mistake. This position was not nearly as challenging and enriching as my old job. I realized that, even if the other job did not comport with my long-term interests, I still had much to gain and much to offer from returning there. So I left the volunteer position and spent about two months traveling. During this time, I also approached my former employer, who welcomed me back and in fact offered me a substantial promotion. In sum, I returned to my old place of employment after a three-month absence. I have since been there two years and am now applying for admissions. How in the world can I explain this to an adcom?
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by humblebee » Sat Dec 04, 2010 11:51 am
you might consider the following

1.) Just say what you posted in the optional essay
2.) Weave your leave of absence into a compelling essay
3.) Negotiate with your boss about what to call the gap e.g. call it a sabbatical?. Have him back this up in his letter of recommendation e.g. Jack did take 3 months off when he discovered himself, etc and came back to the firm stronger and of course I was excited to have him back. So turn this negative into a positive
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by deathammer » Sun Dec 05, 2010 8:37 pm
relax man.... i did the same thing.... traveled for 10 months and had a lot of fun and rejoined the same employer.... now i am calling it a sabbatical..... 'discovered' the real me!!
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by Tani » Mon Dec 06, 2010 9:41 am
I have found that there is no greater endorsement than re-hiring someone who you worked with before. That says a lot about both your abilities and the character reflected in how you left and how you broached the subject of a return. Just be open about your activity and address what you learned from the experience.
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