While studying abroad, international students face one thing in common, financing their stay and education. Loans, scholarships, etc and many other options are available, but many prefer to work as well and earn money along with their education. It will indeed help in financing their cost of education. On the other hand, some students prefer to work while studying to gain experience in an international setting. Working experience abroad is of tremendous advantage for students. 

For these reasons, students start juggling between their education and work-life and might lose balance in midway. It becomes utmost challenging to divide equal and sufficient time between study and work. For those who are already suffering from this or might suffer it in near future, we have some expert tips for you to maintain an efficient work and study balance. 

1. Always make a checklist 

You must have heard this tip since your childhood. And there is a significant reason why this tip is always mentioned in time management, work-study balance, productivity tricks, etc. The reason is that whenever you set a goal for a day, there is an inner sensation that keeps pushing you to complete that goal. Preparing a checklist of tasks not only helps you in maintaining a balance between work life and study time but also enables you to keep track of all the tasks you have been assigned. 

2. Eliminate those tasks which affect your mental health 

One thing that people are learning these days is “how to say no”. You are not a superman who has to do every task. Not every work is for you and you should learn to say “no” to people. This way, you can save your energy and time from doing things that you don’t like or enjoy. If you do tasks which you don’t enjoy or are a burden for you, it is going to affect your mental health in the long run. 

3. Don’t overload yourself

If you are a full-time student, don’t ever take a full-time job. Don’t forget that the prime reason you came to the country is education and to gain expert knowledge. Many students take up full-time jobs with enthusiasm, thinking that they would be able to manage. But in the end, they bring harm to their education and mental health. If you are a part-time student, then you might be able to handle a full-time job. 

4. Learn to ask for help whenever needed

Many students get into multitasking as it is “quite hyped” skill nowadays. But eventually they end up reducing their overall efficiency in their prime task. Instead of asking for help when in difficulty, students take the whole load on themselves, thus deteriorating their mental health. Therefore, you should learn to ask for help whenever you need without any hesitation from the people you trust. 

5. Keep taking breaks 

While juggling between your study routines and work commitments, you must not drain all of your energy. To avoid that, you must take at least half hour breaks on regular intervals. It will ensure that you enjoy what you are doing without getting tired of it. 

6. Don’t forget to socialize 

You are a student, so interacting with people is one thing that you should never forego. Talking and hanging out can keep you refreshed, while socializing with the right people can help you network for future opportunities .