Sometimes if we are to close to something it is difficult to identify what the opportunities for improvement are. This has been a long road for you, I am sure. You've done all you can possibly do to find a job and it doesn't seem to be working. But maybe it is, just not fast enough for you. Or maybe it isn't and it is time to find out why.
Step back.
Take a look at the bigger picture.
- What have you learned over the past few months?
- Have you met new people?
- Have you taught yourself to use new technology?
- Who have you helped along the way?
This is supposed to generate some positive feelings. You are ready for the next step back!
SWOT
What are your strenghths?
- Unique selling points
- Value-added capabilities
- Innovative
- Communication
- Experience, knowledge, certification
Where are the weaknesses?
- Gaps in capabilities
- Lack of competitive strength
- Reputation, presence and reach
- Own known vulnerabilities
- Time-frame, UI deadlines and pressures
- Core activities, distraction
- Plan implementation
- Morale, commitment, leadership
- Accreditations
- Processes and systems
What are the opportunities?
- Market demand
- New technologies, services, ideas
- Contracts
- Economy
What are the threats?
- Market demand
- New technologies, services, ideas
- Obstacles faced
- Economy
(Thanks to Businessballs.com for the SWOT analysis questions)
The start of the New Year is a great time to re-assess and re-focus. Take a step back and look at the bigger picture! The actions you take today will create the opportunities of tomorrow.
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