Create a flexible schedule - Planning and creating a schedule that allows for some flexibility can make them easier. Accept that some factors cannot be controlled, such as the time or location of the class, or shifts at work. Take advantage of opportunities such as job sharing or schedule input, so you can better tailor your work schedule to allow time for class and study.
Stay Organized – To achieve a productive balance between work and study, you need to be organized in both areas. Keep your study and work materials in separate places, as this will make them easier to find. For your classes, organize each course's documents into separate, clearly labeled folders to avoid mix-ups and confusion.
Keep everyone informed of your schedule - An essential step in creating an effective work-study balance is communication with people in your work, school, and personal life. Make sure your employers, coaches, friends, and family are aware of your tight schedule where applicable.
Be honest and realistic - You know yourself best, so be honest with yourself regarding how much study and work you can realistically balance. Decide what you need to prioritize, and accept that you won’t have time to do absolutely everything you want.
Avoid procrastination - Last-minute work often results in lower grades. You don't perform your best in school or work the day they are completing the work Discipline and time management are important to fight procrastination. Break down study preparation into smaller, more manageable steps or goals so that the overall process is less difficult.
Stay healthy - When your life is plagued with imbalances, often the things your body needs the most are the first to be ignored. To perform at your best both in work and studies, you have to have a healthy body and mind. Be sure to schedule time on your calendar for exercise and don't let anything else encroach on that period.
Learn to manage stress – Stress is unavoidable when it comes to working and studying, and unfortunately, it can have a negative impact on your results, not only academically and in the workplace, but also on your well-being. Because of this, it is important to use stress management strategies to help you balance work and study healthily.
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