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5 Tips on How to Balance Between Work and Study

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There are millions of people who are try to complete their studies while working. Some register for online courses, while others prefer attending lectures in the evenings after work, as opposed to having lessons scheduled for the weekends. Balancing work and school is often a big challenge, which brings to the forth the common concern of  trying to find enough time to do both.  This post explores some tips to help you get along without challenges that come with it. So without further ado, let’s dive in.

It is a Delicate and Complex Situation

Anyone who has successfully managed to balance studies while working will tell you that it is not easy to balance the two. Sometimes office hours may keep you as busy as a bee, only to realize there is a class assignment due in a few hours. Other days, your professor administers an impromptu assignment or test that catches you flat-footed.

Situations like these can put your make your head spin, and there is no doubt some students end up frantic in the process and try to find lasting solutions. Making sound decisions can be tough in situations like this, especially when deadlines for extended essay and office assignments seem to never end and leave no room to breathe.

There’s no Magic Wand

Does it mean that you should give up on one for the other? Well, many have been able to balance the two, which means, hope is not lost. You can still work and remain productive in the classroom without one interrupting the other. The following tips should help keep you focused on the ultimate goal of success at school and stellar performance at the workplace.

Proactive Schedule

Sticking to schedules can be easy or difficult depending on how your design yours, which is why a proactive approach usually works best. If say, you have allotted more than enough time for studies, it is always easier adjusting to overtime requests or company meetings as opposed to having a strict plan. If you can get three hours off during the day, but, lectures run for two hours, the additional hour allows for the adjustment.

Do Away With Things That Waste Time

Work-study is a delicate situation where you must strike a balance. However, this would only remain a mirage if you still spend time doing unnecessary things. First, know what often eats into your time. You may want to start with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms, as these are always tempting. It is also important to register for classes in a college/university near your place of work because it will help you save on transport time and cost. Online education can be another great option.

Do Not Ignore Burnout Signs

Burnout can be the onset of stress, both at the workplace and in the classroom. For example, you might find yourself dozing off during meetings/lectures when your concentration hits rock-bottom. These workplace-classroom burnout signs mean it is time to stop and take a rest. Thus, work-study calls for one to harness stress management skills.

Work and Study Smart

It is important to note that succeeding in two competing interests calls for intelligence. You do not have to, for example, attend all lessons. Studying smart could mean recording notes and listening to them during your break time in the office. And when it comes to workplace performance and excellence, understand that smartness begets productivity. Take enough assignments from your boss and do them to perfection instead of burdening yourself with way too much to do in a day. If you get really busy with things like thesis writing and term papers, communication is key. you can always talk to your boss and let them you you have important deadlines. This could open the door to shuffling your schedule around, or perhaps even getting an extra day off work or two (if you are lucky).

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