Expert tips to prepare for this year's LEDA job fair - KLFY
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) Seeking employment can be incredibly stressful. The 21st Annual LEDA Job Fair, held at the Cajundome Convention Center is just around the corner and finding that next job comes down to preparation, confidence, and a little faith. Laurie J. James, Louisiana's first Master Career Director is an expert in job and career transition. James says those preparing for the LEDA job fair should make sure their resume, cover letter, and references are up to date. Don't forget to check all documents for proper spelling and grammar! As a certified résumé writer, she says the visual center or the sentences below the letterhead should be compelling. "Tell them (employers) who you are, what you bring, why you're going to be so great. That is going to be the heart, the meat, and potatoes and if you're lucky enough, if you've done a good enough job, employers will read on further down." Aside from a resume, James s...