Something that is both a benefit and an affliction.
a boon and a bane
make the most of
To realise the maximal value, worth, or potential of (something); to d…
have something to show for something
To have (some profit, reward, benefit, etc.) as a result of (one's wor…
be out for
To seek or pursue, especially to determinedly pursue something to one'…
bane of someone's existence
Someone or something that poses a significant problem to someone.
mixed bag
Something tending to have both good and bad results or characteristics…