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How to Earn Passive Income Online
One of the most common questions readers write in to ask CNBC Make It is: How can I start a passive income business?
Our course provides an overview of common passive income streams, from creating digital products like printables to selling merchandise online using print-on-demand services. It offers tactical tips to get started and insights from people who’ve successfully done it themselves.
Become An Effective Communicator: Master Public Speaking
Effective communication isn’t something you’re born with; it’s a skill you can learn. Getting just 10% better can improve your confidence, relationships, and career success. We’ll teach you how to speak clearly and confidently, calm your nerves, and deliver your message to achieve your goals.
How to Ace Your Job Interview
A step-by-step guide to navigating the job search and interview process. We’ll show you how to craft a career vision and winning resume, use body language techniques to instantly impress, follow best practices for virtual and panel interviews, and avoid the biggest mistakes job candidates make.
Master Your Money: Practical Strategies to Grow Your Wealth
Money is the No. 1 source of stress for most Americans today, and that’s a big problem. Too much or prolonged financial stress can hurt your health and relationships, and if left unaddressed, it can quickly snowball. Our course gives you the tools you need to take control of your finances and feel confident about your future.
Make a Powerful Career Change and Land a Job You Love
Whether you feel stuck, are exploring a career change, want to advance, or stand out in a competitive job market, this course will give you strategies to reach your goals. You’ll get tactical advice and walk away with a step-by-step plan to transition into a role that offers more purpose, greater joy, or higher earning potential — so you can build a truly fulfilling career.
How to Negotiate A Higher Salary
Most Americans are dissatisfied with their pay, yet many don’t negotiate when starting a new job. Negotiating can be scary, but it’s one of the most powerful ways you can increase your earning potential at any career stage.
Our course gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to ask for a raise in your current job or secure a better salary in a new one.
How to Use AI to Be More Successful at Work: For Beginners
The emergence of powerful technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and others presents new opportunities for personal and professional growth. While it’s unclear exactly how the workplace will change in the age of AI, a foundational understanding of these tools will help you stay relevant and adaptable.
Our course helps you understand and apply new AI tools to save time and boost productivity at work, in your business, and in your personal life.
How To Start a Side Hustle
Whether you’re looking to dip your toe into entrepreneurship, monetize a hobby, or just earn some extra income, a side hustle could help you meet your goals. Our online course features three side hustle experts who offer practical tips and strategies to create a new revenue stream while balancing your day job.
Get started today: Sign up now for courses from Smarter by CNBC Make It and use the coupon code MEMORIAL to purchase any course at a discount of 30% off the regular course price (plus tax). Offer valid from 12:00 am Eastern Time (“ET”) on May 19, 2025, through 11:59 pm ET on June 2, 2025. Terms apply.
