The secret to a quarter system is to have amazing time management skills. You are almost done with your first quarter and many of you must still be wondering how did the time fly away so fast!
December is a holiday month with Christmas and New Year’s but you should take time to plan your next quarter. After all, planning ahead is the key to a successful quarter.
- Do not forget to register for your courses on time. It is very important to register for courses on time. Some courses have a limited number of seats and a large number of audience.
- Choose a course that interests you. Balance your coursework, do not overburden yourself. Look for the kind of jobs that interest you on LinkedIn, Indeed and other career websites. See what coursework would help you get your dream job and choose your coursework accordingly.
- Go through your coursework and prep yourself with prerequisites if any.
- Use a calendar to schedule each week. Make a to-do list – Prioritize your work.
- Winter and spring quarters are the most crucial quarters for Summer Internship search. Prepare yourself well for your interviews.
- Once classes start make sure to attend lectures and discuss your questions with Professors during their office hours. Making study groups proves to be beneficial many times than studying alone. Find a study group to discuss your coursework.
- Take time out to do projects that would make your resume stand out.
- While you are all busy preparing yourself for the next quarter make sure you take some time out and relax. A work-life balance is very important.