BALANCE WORK AND SCHOOL
According to a recent report by Statistics Canada, 49% of youth aged 15 to 24 work part time, with the top reason for working being “going to school” (73%). When you consider the rising costs of tuition, it’s no wonder that so many students choose to work part-time to cover expenses.
But balancing school and work can be tricky. When your responsibilities are pulling you in opposite directions, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. Add to that the pressure to perform academically, the weight of deciding your future career, and keeping important relationships tended to, and it’s easy to find yourself spiraling into a stress pit.
Whether you are already working part-time while studying or are considering it, we’ve compiled three tips to make it a little easier.