AI-powered job-matching algorithms matched candidates with positions based on historical hiring trends. Career Breaks Misinterpreted as Negative FeaturesWomen are statistically more likely than men to take career breaks due to caregiving responsibilities. LinkedIn’s report uncovers that women are 63.5% more likely to list career breaks on their profiles. These biases can lead to less diverse hiring outcomes and, at some places, filter out qualified candidates from the initial hiring stages themselves. Career breaks, offbeat, non-conventional roles and experiences need to be acknowledged.

Source: The Guardian February 13, 2026 13:18 UTC