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Kelly
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Midland Park, New Jersey
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How do I balance academics, extracurriculars, internships, and working on campus?
Time management was something I thought I had down. Since arriving at college, I have learned that managing my time is a lot harder than I initially thought.
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Amanda Gordon
Customer Success Manager
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Hi Kelly - managing your time at college is no easy feat! I recommend taking a step back and evaluating which parts of your day-to-day brings you joy / energy (ex: certain classes, working as a tour guide, getting to chat with other students while working at a restaurant) and which parts of your day are more challenging (ex: waking up early for work, homework for a certain class, etc.). From there you can decide where you need to spend more time / what may need to be removed from your plate.
Ultimately, it is hard to do it all in college and academics will be the foundation of your day-to-day. If you get more joy out of extracurriculars vs. on-campus jobs, I recommend focusing your efforts there. If you need to save up for expenses or studying-abroad, prioritize working on campus or preparing for internship interviews.
Ultimately, it is hard to do it all in college and academics will be the foundation of your day-to-day. If you get more joy out of extracurriculars vs. on-campus jobs, I recommend focusing your efforts there. If you need to save up for expenses or studying-abroad, prioritize working on campus or preparing for internship interviews.
Dalia Salazar
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1. Take care of your sleep and diet. Getting enough rest and eating well keeps your nervous system healthy. Always put your health first and don't skip doctor's visits. By looking after your mind, body, and spirit, you'll avoid burnout and be ready to lead and enjoy all your activities with a clear mind.
2. Aim for good grades and connect with your professors. You've worked hard to get to college, so make the most of it! Visit tutorials and office hours, even if you understand the material, as professors can offer extra help for exams. Social events are important, but prioritize your study time to stay prepared.
3. Set up a budget. If you need a part-time job, a budget will show you how much money you need to cover expenses and save. This way, you can balance work hours with other activities and still reach your goals.
4. Network during your internships. Build strong relationships with your manager and team because they might help you find a job later. Also, connect with others in the company to learn about different roles and expand your network.
2. Aim for good grades and connect with your professors. You've worked hard to get to college, so make the most of it! Visit tutorials and office hours, even if you understand the material, as professors can offer extra help for exams. Social events are important, but prioritize your study time to stay prepared.
3. Set up a budget. If you need a part-time job, a budget will show you how much money you need to cover expenses and save. This way, you can balance work hours with other activities and still reach your goals.
4. Network during your internships. Build strong relationships with your manager and team because they might help you find a job later. Also, connect with others in the company to learn about different roles and expand your network.