Balancing High School and Part-Time Work, Part 5

Additional Tips

Although working and going to school is challenging, it can be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you handle the situation and make the most of your time.

·      Avoid time conflicts by planning your class and work schedules as far ahead of time as possible.

·      Use your time efficiently. You can use 10 minutes waiting in a line to go over a few pages of assigned reading. If your job has a lot of downtime and your boss has no objection, you can use slow periods to do schoolwork.

·      If you commute to your job on public transportation, bring your schoolwork with you so you can work along the way.

·      Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may have to cut down on your school and work commitments.

·      If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then cut back as needed.

·      Schedule relaxation time. Everyone needs some downtime to stay happy and healthy.

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10 Time management Tips for Students

10 Time management Tips for Students http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/11.6.html

Organizing your life.

Managing your time well is an important element of success--especially if you’re a student. If you set priorities that if your needs and lifestyle, you’ll have a better chance of achieving your goals; here are some tips for taking control of you time and organizing your life.

Tip 1: Make a to-do-list everyday

Put things that are most important at the top and do them first. And don’t forget to reward yourself for your accomplishments.

Tip 2: Use spare minutes wisely.

When you’re commuting on the bus or train, use the time to get some reading done.

Tip 3: it’s okay to say no.

If your friend asks you to go the movies on a Thursday night and you have an exam the next morning, realize that it’s okay to say no. keep your short-and long-term priorities in mind.

Tip 4: Find the right time.

You’ll work some efficiently if you figure out when you do your best work. For example, if your brain handles math better in the afternoon, don’t wait to do until late at night.

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