How to Use a SWOT Analysis for Career Development
For the longest, I spent a lot of time working to improve my “weaknesses” - ALL of them - with no real goal in mind other than eliminating weaknesses. What a waste of time! Recently, I realized that my greatest potential for growth is in the area of my greatest strength. Now, this doesn’t mean that I can completely ignore my weaknesses, but I need to be strategic with where I invest my time. A SWOT analysis is the perfect tool to ensure all time and effort is well spent.
This SWOT Analysis Mini Training Video will cover the following:
What is a SWOT analysis?
Why is a SWOT analysis important?
How can a SWOT analysis enrich your career planning process?
How often should you complete a SWOT analysis?
Here’s a snapshot of my SWOT analysis strategy:
Complete a SWOT analysis every six months.
Highlight the weaknesses that expose me to the most detrimental threats.
Highlight my number one strength.
Create a plan focused on eliminating immediate threats & developing my greatest strength.