It can be a struggle to stay motivated throughout college; it feels like the homework, projects, and exams will never end. After COVID-19, college students could slack a little and attend class from the comfort of their beds wearing pajamas. Covid pushed an already socially anxious generation into more social anxiety because we made it comfortable to stay home and not socialize. In contrast, it gave students more time to work because less attention was put on school. But classes shifting back to in-person changed this comfort for us.
It became more challenging to balance work and school life. A recent Harvard Business Review reports that 43% of students balance a full-time academic load with a part-time work schedule. For most, paying for groceries, rent, and getting a head start on student loans is necessary. It is easy to fall down the rabbit hole of worry and uncertainty when balancing work, school, and personal life. Although you might feel alone in the battle, you don’t have to be. Minetum offers a variety of services for whatever you are struggling with. Below are a few tips that can assist in achieving this balance:
1. Carve out dedicated time for school
School should be a top priority for working students. It can feel overwhelming and feel like work comes before school, but setting aside plenty of time for schoolwork is essential. A new way of prioritizing your time can feel like a significant change, but it’s critical to excel in school.
2. Keep a detailed planner
Keeping track of everything is overwhelming, but having a detailed planner will make it simpler and less overwhelming. Combine your work schedule, classes, meetings, and other events in one master planner. Planning like this will ensure you have time for school and don’t overbook yourself. Being organized will keep you less stressed in the long run.
3. Ask for help
Seeking assistance should not be frowned upon; it’s essential to lean on your community around you when you’re feeling overwhelmed and need help. It’s necessary to be honest with your employer; if your work schedule is too much to balance on top of an entire school load, be frank with them about being overwhelmed, and it might be best to take a step back. Being proactive about getting the help you need can save you time and energy in the long run. It’s never a bad thing to seek assistance. A career coach could also be a great tool to help you through struggles; you don’t have to go through difficulties alone!
Balancing school and work can be extremely overwhelming, and sometimes, you might feel like the only one struggling to manage everything at once. You are not alone; many feel the same way but don’t seek help or change routines. You have to change the process to solve any problem, or the result won’t change. Minetum has helped so many individuals in the past whether you are a student or struggling to balance work and personal time as a recent graduate, there is a service fit for you!
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