By Sumedha
What is part-time?
Part-time is a type of employment where an employee only works for a few hours of the day. (Shiftbase)
How does part-time help teenagers?
Part-time jobs hold significant value for teenagers as they provide opportunities to develop essential skills, such as responsibility, financial literacy, time management, and confidence. These roles also allow for career exploration, networking, and real-world experience, helping teens build a strong foundation for personal growth and future success. Beyond financial independence, part-time work fosters a sense of accountability and equips teenagers with practical tools to navigate adulthood effectively. (Top Teen. (n.d.). )
Benefits
1.Financial independence - since they start earning they start learning how to handle finances individually.
2.Skill development - it lets them develop various skills like communication, time management, problem thinking ability which is important for both personal and work life.
3. Work experience - this helps them understand the work culture and gain experience.
4.Independence - this helps them to be independent and helps them navigate their life. (Top Teen. (n.d.). )
Disadvantages
1. Overstress - this adds up to their school stress and they often become overstressed.
2. Fewer extracurriculars - because of a part-time job they tend to have less extracurriculars because they are busy with their job. (Indeed. (n.d.). )
Conclusion
Part-time does help teens in their development in various ways and skills which help them for their future career. Though it has few disadvantages it comes on a lighter side because it helps building their future.
References
1. Shiftbase. (n.d.). Part-time job: What it is and how it works. Retrieved from https://www.shiftbase.com/glossary/part-time-job
2. Top Teen. (n.d.). Why teens should have part-time jobs. Retrieved from https://www.topteen.in/blogs/why-teens-should-have-part-time-jobs#:~:text=It%20 instills%20a%20sense%20of,boost%20self%2Dconfidence%20in%20teenagers
3. Indeed. (n.d.). The pros and cons of teenage jobs. Retrieved from https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/pros-and-cons-of-teenage-jobs #:~:text=Having%20to%20work%20a%20shift,be%20less%20available%20to%2 0you
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