Boring lectures, complicated seminar papers and long study evenings – student life can be quite stressful. If you don't get financial help from the state or family or want to earn extra money, look for a part-time job. However, many fear that as working students they will need much longer to complete their studies than the standard period of study allows. Can you actually not complete your studies regularly with a part-time job? Yes, because there is another way! With our three unbeatable time management tips, you'll master your job and studies in no time.
Tip 1: Find a job where you can work flexibly and that is compatible with your university hours
Not every job is a good job – at least not for every situation. Student life can look different from week to week and students don't need a double load, especially during exam periods. That's why it's advisable to look for a job where you are as flexible as possible and can easily swap shifts. This is usually possible with a job as a promoter or catering employee, for example. Here you can usually decide for each assignment whether you have time for it.
Another option is to look for a job that only requires you to work evenings or weekends. This way you can ensure that your work shifts do not overlap with your university hours. You can find different part-time jobs on all common job sites or on your university's bulletin board or website.
Tip 2: Use your time as effectively as possible
If you want to earn money while studying, you have to make the best use of your time. Studying for exams, going to lectures and working on projects with fellow students requires a lot of energy and good time management. If you also work part-time, you have to fit another time factor into your busy schedule. Become aware of how much time you need for individual things and stick to a realistic schedule. You will only have the opportunity to study for it if you give yourself enough time for university.
You should also use the hours you set aside for studying or writing a term paper as effectively as possible. Check regularly whether the time periods allocated are realistic and whether you can stick to them in the long term. If you are still constantly under power, you should make appropriate adjustments. Also plan enough buffers and take into account that you may not be able to fully work due to pain or illness.
Note: Only schedules that work in the long term are really helpful to you. Find your own personal learning style and a way of working that works for you. There are different learning types and time management methods that help you use time more effectively. The most important thing is to set priorities and realistic goals so as not to increase your stress and frustration levels unnecessarily.
Tip 3: Always keep an eye on your finances
You just don't know where all your money has gone by the middle of the month? How can it be that your account suddenly ended up in the red and what kind of strange transfer was that two weeks ago? As a student who has to support himself while studying, good financial planning is absolutely essential.
Create an overview of your monthly expenses and determine how much money you need per month. Just like with time management, always plan a buffer - because unforeseen costs for a new laptop or a washing machine repair can unfortunately arise at any time. You can find helpful tools online to help you keep track of your finances. It's even more practical to manage your money matters via an app . This means you can always keep an eye on your account transactions, even when you're on the move.
With the right job, effective time management and a good look at your own finances, nothing stands in the way of successfully studying with a part-time job.
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