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Most people are never taught how to communicate effectively.
We're here to change that.
We’ll teach you how to speak clearly and confidently, calm your nerves and deliver your message to achieve your goals.
This course is for:
- Professionals who want to give better, more impactful presentations
- Employees who want to speak clearly and confidently to their bosses, team members and customers
- Anyone looking to improve their communication skills and build strong connections with family, friends and coworkers
What you'll get:
- 100 minutes of instructional video content, broken into digestible lessons
- A workbook with additional exercises and examples
- Access to watch and read at your own pace
- Certificate of completion issued automatically upon completion of course
In this course, you will:
- Learn the best way to prepare what you want to say and how to say it
- Get tips to sound more confident and credible, and structure your message in a way that’s easy to follow
- Understand the best words and phrases to use, and which ones to avoid
- Master the art and science of using visuals and data to enhance your message
- Discover effective techniques to calm your nerves
- Develop body language skills to make a great first impression and build trust with your audience
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Be able to apply these tactics to in-person and virtual settings
Why choose Smarter by CNBC Make It:
Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from experts who have spent years studying what makes an effective communicator, and our expert psychotherapist who breaks down why these tips work.
Actionable Insights: Our course will teach you how to build audience connection through crafting an understandable message, with practical tips to help set you up for success.
Comprehensive Curriculum: A deep dive into understanding your audience, your purpose and how your body language, gestures and overall delivery work together to create a powerful message.
Your Instructors:
Chamin Ajjan
Chamin Ajjan is a licensed psychotherapist, CEO and clinical director of Chamin Ajjan Psychotherapy. She helps a wide array of clients with issues ranging from depression to social anxiety.
John Bowe
John Bowe is a speech and presentation consultant, journalist and author of the book, I Have Something to Say: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking in an Age of Disconnection. He regularly works with business and charity leaders, entrepreneurs and executives from all over the world to help them craft presentations that are interesting and clear.
Noah Zandan
Noah Zandan is the CEO and co-founder of Quantified.ai, a firm that combines behavioral science, AI and experiential learning technology to help people become better communicators. His company has analyzed more than 250,000 videos and surveyed audiences on the effectiveness of each communication by analyzing aspects such as the speaker’s tone, authenticity and body language.
Course Curriculum
- Nailing The Delivery (0:45)
- Calm Those Nerves (9:11)
- Making A Good First Impression (2:42)
- Dress For Success (3:29)
- Body Language Tips (11:23)
- Notes, Data and Visual Aids (3:39)
- Use Your Voice (4:39)
- Engaging With Your Audience (3:37)
- Be Authentic and Trustworthy (3:43)
- Virtual Communication Tips (5:00)
- Trust Your Skills (2:31)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smarter by CNBC Make It a subscription?
No. You are charged once for the course you select, with no recurring charges. After purchase, the course remains available for you to take, subject to the Smarter by CNBC Make It Supplemental Terms. We reserve the right to cancel, suspend or make any changes to any Smater Services in our sole discretion at any time without prior notice.
How many times can I take a Smarter course?
Smarter by CNBC Make It courses are pre-recorded videos, and you can watch them whenever you want, on your own schedule, subject to the Smarter by CNBC Make It Supplemental Terms.
Do Smarter courses have subtitles?
Yes. All Smarter by CNBC Make It courses have subtitles. Turn them on with the subtitle icon at the bottom-right of the screen.
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Can I take Smarter classes outside of the US?
Yes. Smarter courses should be accessible outside the U.S., and the lessons apply to people living in the U.S. and elsewhere. Course materials are in English. Contact support if you run into access issues.
How do I download the workbook for my Smarter course?
After enrolling, you can download the course workbook as a PDF. The download button is at the bottom of the worksheet page.
Can I purchase a Smarter by CNBC Make It course as a gift?
Yes. Select "Send as a gift" at checkout, then enter the recipient's name, email address, and a gift message. The purchased course is sent to the recipient immediately after purchase.
What is the refund policy for Smarter courses?
All sales for Smarter services are final. Returns, refunds and exchanges are not provided.
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