External factors—these are factors that are out of your controlOpportunity—things that could give you a chance to grow or get betterThreats—things that could stand in your way or keep you from growingWhen listing opportunities and threats:Try to think of the things that could help you do better work(if you had them)—these could be skills, more time, etc.List the things that you feel keep you from becoming better. What stands in your way?Be honest—even if it is hard to admit.