Being a Unibuddy Student Ambassador is a brilliant opportunity: you get to share your experiences, connect with future students, and develop valuable skills for your CV. But with studies, a social life, hobbies, and your wellbeing to think about, it’s important to find a balance that keeps you productive without feeling overwhelmed.
Here are some practical tips to help you manage your time effectively!
1. Treat Your Ambassador Role Like a Micro-Commitment
Your role with Unibuddy is designed to be flexible. Most of your activity - replying to prospect questions, posting in your Community (if applicable), or creating content - can be done in short bursts.
Think of it as a “micro-commitment”: something you can fit into a free half-hour between lectures, or while you’re on the bus.
Tip: Try setting aside one or two short 10-minute windows each day to check in on the Unibuddy Ambassador app. The beauty of the app is that you can dip in while you're on the go. That way, you won’t feel pressure to be “always on,” but you’ll still be responsive and reliable.
2. Prioritise Your Studies First
At the end of the day, you’re a student first. Deadlines, revision, and lectures should always come before your Ambassador tasks.
The good news is, being organised with your academic work often frees up time for your Ambassador role (and everything else).
Tip: Use a simple calendar or planner to map out your week. Mark your study commitments first, then add Ambassador check-ins around them.
3. Be Smart With Content Creation
If you’re writing a blog or filming a short video, don’t overcomplicate it. Your perspective is what matters - future students want to hear your authentic voice.
Tip: Batch-create content when you’re feeling inspired. If you’re recording a short video, film two or three at once. If you’re writing, brainstorm a few blog ideas in one sitting. This saves time later on.
4. Make Room for Social Life and Hobbies
Being an Ambassador shouldn’t come at the cost of enjoying student life. Nights out, societies, sports, or just relaxing with friends are part of the balance that keeps you energised.
Tip: Protect your downtime just as you’d protect study time. Scheduling a night off or a gym session or yoga class can help you avoid burnout.
5. Look After Your Wellbeing
It’s easy to overcommit when you’re enthusiastic, but your wellbeing comes first. Remember: the role is flexible, and your University Admin/Supervisor understands that you’re juggling different priorities.
Tip: If you’re feeling stretched, communicate. Let your supervisor know if you need to step back temporarily - they’d much rather you spoke up than struggle silently!
6. See It as Skill-Building, Not “Extra Work”
Balancing your time isn’t just about surviving your to-do list. Every Ambassador task, whether it’s answering a tricky prospect question, engaging in your Community, or creating digital content, builds skills in communication, organisation, and digital confidence.
These will serve you well later in your career!
💡 Final Thoughts
Being a Student Ambassador is about flexibility, authenticity, and balance. With a little organisation, you can fit it in comfortably alongside your studies, social life, hobbies, and wellbeing.
Think of it less as another responsibility and more as a rewarding part of your student journey.