If you have been tirelessly applying for jobs and haven’t had much success, you may find yourself needing to update some of your resume content. One of the first things an employer will look at is your personal statement so spending time refreshing this could help improve your job chances.

If you are writing a resume and finding it a tad boring to read, check out the tips below on how you can make your resume more creative.

We have already mentioned that gaining good work experience is an effective way of boosting your resume. But volunteering outside of working hours and taking part in extra-curricular activities is also a great way of adding depth to your resume.

By volunteering outside of working hours it demonstrates you are both a passionate and dedicated individual. It’s also good to show an employer that you have several “strings to your bow” and helps you learn new skills that may later prove valuable for your career. Depending on the type of volunteering you do, it can also improve your chances of employment.