An online course that teaches you how to expand your network, reframe your skills, and gain experience to transition into your dream career.
This course is for:
- People who feel stuck, and want to explore changing their career
- Employees hoping to advance in their career through a job change
- Those looking to best position themselves for a competitive hiring landscape
- Anyone who wants expert guidance to successfully change careers
What you'll get:
- 80 minutes of instructional video content, broken into bite-sized 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
Through this course, you will:
- Determine whether a career change is right for you
- Identify what the next right career is for you
- Reframe your current experience to fit your future job
- Learn how to move from your current role into your dream career
- Overcome the imposter syndrome that comes with forging a new path
- Develop a strategic roadmap to move your career forward
Note: This course was previously called How to Change Careers and Be Happier at Work
Why choose Smarter by CNBC Make It:
Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from experts with extensive experience in hiring and recruitment.
Actionable Insights: This course will teach you how to effectively position yourself for a career transition, providing practical steps and exercises to help you move into your new career.
Comprehensive Curriculum: This course will provide a broad overview of everything you need to know about changing your career. We’ll guide you through this journey step-by-step, with simple, actionable advice you can implement at your own pace.
Your Instructors:
Dr. Tessa West
Dr. Tessa West is a Professor of Psychology at New York University and a leading expert in the science of interpersonal communication. She is a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and the author of two books: “Jerks at Work: Toxic coworkers and what to do about them,” and “Job Therapy: Finding work that works for you.” Her Ted Talk, “The problem with being too nice at work,” was one of the top 10 most watched TED Talks of 2024.
Cynthia Pong, JD
Cynthia Pong, JD, is an award-winning executive coach, Forbes Contributor, LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search and Career, and speaker. As founder and CEO of Embrace Change, Cynthia leads an elite, all-BIPOC team who provide specialized coaching and training programs for high-performing women of color up to the C-suite. She leads the Anthem Award-winning Leadership Accelerator program and is the author of Don’t Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color.
Mac Prichard
Mac Prichard is the founder of Mac’s List, a regional job board that helps people get work that matters and employers find the best candidates in the Pacific Northwest. Mac has interviewed more than 500 career coaches, recruiters and other experts about the nuts and bolts of job search for his nationally ranked weekly career advice show Find Your Dream Job. He is also the author of the books Land Your Dream Job Anywhere and Land Your Dream Job in Portland.
Course Curriculum
- Moving Into Your New Career (0:26)
- The Secret to Successful Career Change (8:06)
- Case Study: Networking into Real Estate (Casey Joe) (5:43)
- Determining Gaps and Upskilling (7:17)
- Getting Experience for Your New Career (4:57)
- Case Study: From Retail to Teaching (Megan Hall) (4:28)
- Assessing Your Support System (3:27)
- Case Study: Moving Abroad to be a Pastry Chef (Valerie Valcourt) (5:40)
- Recap (1:04)
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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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