Career advice and career exploration articles for students, professionals, and anyone needing guidance. Written by Vicky Payne, MS, CRC and author of Career Compass, covering career identity, job searching, career changes, and the real stories behind them.
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A Gap Year Is Not a Year Off. It Is a Year On.
The benefits of a gap year come down to one word: intention. Here's how a purposeful year of work, service, travel, or exploration helps young people arrive at the next chapter focused and knowing who they are.