Sabbaticals Provide Valuable Experience
October 8, 2008
The idea of taking a year to see the world before a study period or before getting a stable job is a tempting idea for many people. However, a lot of them are put off by thinking how to justify a sabbatical in the resume or that, being away from the job market for a long time, lose their competitive edge. By contrast, sabbaticals are often perceived as a positive experience for potential employers.
Venture to make an extended trip develops characteristics that are often sought in candidates, for example, confidence, initiative and organizational skills. People who plan a trip around the world in their gap year may show that they are responsible and who can take care of themselves in different environments and unusual situations. While on the other hand, people who chose to settle in a country during an extended stay can demonstrate that efforts to adjust to a new environment.
Many people also choose to seek employment in other countries during the sabbatical year, and thus demonstrate their ability to adapt. Work during the holidays can bring added value to the curriculum vitae, as they are evidence of the candidate’s desire to strive for their ambitions, and in this case, find another country.
Learning another language is another reason why many people choose to take a year off and this is one reason often encourage potential employers. A second language can be extremely useful in a competitive labor market and, at times, may represent an advantage over competitors with similar skills.
On a sabbatical should also be room for different things at work: one year away from home provides a great opportunity for personal growth. It not only offers the opportunity to learn about other cultures, but also often taught many people to understand the importance of being able to manage money. For example, finding the best way to make cheap calls to Germany or to find out what vendors offer the most appropriate exchange rates in Brazil will become an invaluable skill when navigating not only but in future projects.
An analysis of the skills acquired during a year off and think carefully about the areas in which progress has been made, you will discover that everything acquired considerable experience and is competitive when entering the labor market, while enjoying of experiences that will always be saved in memory.
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