This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emerson chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
The last month of class approaches and full-fledged senioritis has kicked in. You can’t fathom the idea of writing another paper or exam week. You suddenly understand those students who drop out their last semester. You blow off another thing on your to-do list to hang out at Sweetwater with your friends. You return from your night out and that same list you ignored earlier stares you in the face. You need to find a way to get through this last month, but you don’t know how. Here are four simple ways to battle senioritis:
- Social networking has made it easier to avoid our everyday tasks. Let it work for you instead of against you. Instead of wasting countless hours scanning your timeline and repeating the words “who cares,” after every post, use social networks to make professional connections. Seek out people in your industry that can give you tips and advice on where to begin career, the right people to talk to, companies to work for, and those to avoid.
- Free-writing is not only a writing exercise, but can help you release some emotion or frustration that may be bogging you down. When you find yourself staring at a blank computer screen when you should be working on a project, it’s most likely because you have so much to do that doing nothing seems like the solution. Place your fingers on the keyboard and type. Write whatever comes to your mind. It doesn’t have to make sense or even be complete sentences. This will help take the stress off of your shoulders and place it elsewhere. Through this you will also uncover a new sense of focus and direction.
- This may sound random, but apply for jobs. Writing cover letters doesn’t only help you with the ultimate goal to begin your career. It serves as a reminder of the skills you’ve gained and your accomplishments throughout your four years. It can instill confidence and rebuild that sense of drive that has been missing.
- Finally, keep the final goal in mind. You’ve come this far for a reason. Don’t forget the reason you decided to pursue your career. Write it down on a piece of paper, fold it, and put it in your back pocket. Pull it out whenever you think about ditching your to-do list for a night at Sweetwater. No worries! May 14th is fast approaching.