Balancing high school and part-time work
Additional tips
Although working and doing to school is challenging, it can
be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you handle
the situation and work is easier with their support.
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Discuss your plans with your family. Balancing the
demands of school and work is easier with their support.
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Start slowly; don’t commit to working a lot of
hours immediately.
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Avoid time conflict by planning your class and
work schedules as far ahead of time as possible.
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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 downtime and your boss has no objection,, you can use slow
periods to do schoolwork.
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If you commute to your job on public
transportation, bring your school work with you so you can work along the way.
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Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may
have to cut down on some other things you’d like to do because of your school
and work.
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If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then
cut back as needed.
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Schedule relaxation time. Everyone needs some down
time to stay happy and healthy.
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Choose the right!!!