For instance, the shift toward hiring freelancers for computer$-$related projects and

the prevalence of platforms for these jobs have created an opportunity for those who

are looking for such kind of jobs. John $($from an example in the previous activities$)$

has several strengths related to this opportunity. He is proficient in using several

programming languages $($technical skills and knowledge$)$ and has several friends whom

he can go to when he faces a challenge in programming $($networks and relationships$).$

During his studies, John has worked on several projects and was successful in

developing a solution that fulfils the requirements of the project; he also

participated in a programming contest and won an award $($experience and achievements$).$

He also has a weakness in face$-$to$-$face interactions, but good for him, freelance jobs

are usually online and do not require having such interactions. The combination of

the freelance opportunity and his strengths and weaknesses suggest that he should

pursue this line of career. Thus, the strategic initiative that arises from this

combination for John is

to create an account in online freelance platforms, list his

prior projects and award there, and apply for freelance programming projects.

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