There is a saying, “Where there is a will, there is a way,” and this rings true for Ryaas Amin, a student of the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (Psychology UGM), who pursues his undergraduate studies while working as a food delivery courier and online motorcycle taxi driver.
His dedication to education, coupled with a strong determination to meet his daily needs, has shaped Ryaas into a resilient individual who can face various challenges.
His story began with a desire to fulfill his personal needs independently, without relying entirely on his parents. He initially entered the workforce as an online motorcycle taxi driver.
Over time, he expanded his efforts by taking on food delivery services.
At the beginning, he used his older sibling’s motorcycle to pick up and deliver orders. Currently, he relies on his uncle’s motorcycle as his primary vehicle for work. Through hard work and perseverance, he has managed to pay his educational expenses on his own.
While attending classes, he consistently manages his time carefully to ensure nothing is missed or left behind.
“When it comes to time management, I usually start planning when selecting courses or during the academic registration period. So when choosing courses, I also have to consider the number of credits as a benchmark for balancing study time and work,” the student said on Sunday (Feb. 1).
This decision was not an easy one to make. Ryaas considered several factors before committing to a job in online food delivery.
“The job itself is relatively easy because it’s flexible and can be done anywhere. If you’re serious about it, the income is actually quite decent,” Ryaas explained.
According to him, dreams and aspirations are things worth fighting for. He consistently strives to achieve his goals through effort and hard work. This principle has become his main motivation for continuing his studies while working as an online motorcycle taxi driver.
“Income can be managed. There are times to rest, and there are times when you have to work. So if you really have a goal, you have to genuinely work for it,” he added.
Urgent needs do not always align with resource availability. His desire to be more decisive and live independently has driven Ryaas to keep pursuing his goals. He does not want to depend on his parents constantly.
“When I want something, I want to achieve it through my own efforts. So if things don’t work out, I don’t feel like I’m burdening my parents,” he said, noting that his average income is around three million rupiah per month.
Balancing college life with work has made Ryaas a stronger and more persistent individual. Moreover, he receives approval and support from his parents.
“My parents always support me, though not explicitly. What matters is that my studies and work remain balanced,” he said with a smile.
He also shared that the work experience he has gained will serve as valuable preparation for life after graduation. He has become accustomed to facing various obstacles and challenges.
“This process can become my provision after I graduate. I’ve learned how to set priorities, multitask, and sometimes handle conflicts with customers,” he concluded.
Author: Diyana Khairunnisa
Editor: Gusti Grehenson
Post-editor: Zabrina Kumara Putri