Competition for younger colleagues4. the employer is reducing training5. Salary scale6. Foreign CompetitorsIn conclusion, selecting a career is not an easy task. I read an article that stated “The trick is to choose something you're passionate about. What inspires you?" In today's society choosing a career requires so much more. Professional placement agents, college counselors, guidance counselors, job market networking research, internships and more; remember this is your life The goal of using SWOT analysis for my professional growth is to recognize the external and internal factors that can enhance or hinder the achievement of my goals. By knowing your SWOT areas you can write your personal progression strategy appropriately for your future success story. After exploring my evaluation I need to decide whether my career aspiration will be beneficial or attainable. Following the SWOT analysis allows me to anticipate areas that may be potentially questionable strength, improve my weaknesses, identify development opportunities and defuse or eliminate my threats. In transforming myself, I must take my threats and weaknesses and try to convert them into strengths