SWOT Analysis
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SWOT Analysis is a strategic planning tool used to identify and evaluate the:
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Strengths
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Weaknesses
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Opportunities
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Threats
facing a business, product, or project.
How It Works:
Internal External Strengths (What you do well) Opportunities (Chances to grow or improve) Weaknesses (Where you fall short) Threats (External risks or challenges)
Example for a Local Bakery:
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Strengths: Loyal customers, unique recipes
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Weaknesses: Limited online presence, high ingredient costs
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Opportunities: Growing demand for delivery, local events
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Threats: New competitors, rising rent
Why Use a SWOT Analysis?
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Clarifies priorities
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Helps decision-making
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Reveals blind spots
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Prepares for risks
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Guides business planning and strategy
Tips:
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Be honest and specific
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Involve team members or stakeholders
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Revisit it regularly as conditions change
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