New York, NY - Cynthia Pong, JD, founder and CEO of Embrace Change, Forbes contributor, and author of Don't Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color, is a featured expert instructor for CNBC Make It's newest online course, "How to Change Careers and Be Happier at Work," launched April 8.
The comprehensive 80-minute course provides practical strategies for professionals looking to pivot their careers toward greater fulfillment, purpose, and earning potential. Pong joins an elite team of instructors, including Dr. Tessa West of NYU and Mac Prichard of Mac's List, to deliver actionable insights for career changers.
"In today's rapidly changing workplace, the ability to successfully navigate career transitions isn't just valuable—it's essential," said Pong. "When economic uncertainty and industry disruptions have become the norm, having a strategic approach to career change can mean the difference between feeling stuck and finding genuine professional fulfillment. I'm thrilled to share strategies and tactics that have helped hundreds of my clients successfully pivot their careers, particularly as women of color and people of color who face unique challenges in the workplace."
The course addresses critical aspects of career transition, including determining if a change is right for you, understanding your “why,” identifying potential career paths, financial considerations, building a support system, and how to successfully change careers. Drawing from her extensive experience coaching women of color and professionals from diverse backgrounds, Pong provides insights on realistic timelines for career transitions, networking strategies, and methods to demonstrate transferable skills to potential employers.
Pong brings a unique perspective as the leader of an elite, all-BIPOC team of career coaches who specialize in helping women of color advance into positions of power. Her Anthem Award-winning Leadership Accelerator program has propelled women of color to prestigious fellowships, promotions, and top graduate program admissions, while her client roster has collectively negotiated over $750,000 in salary increases.
A Forbes Contributor for Leadership Strategy and LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search and Career, Pong has been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, and on major networks including NBC, CBS, and NPR. Her expertise is particularly valuable for professionals seeking to navigate career transitions while addressing systemic barriers in the workplace.
"This course distills years of coaching expertise into accessible, actionable guidance," Pong added. "While my work centers on women of color, these strategies are applicable to professionals of all backgrounds seeking meaningful career change."
The "How to Change Careers and Be Happier at Work" course is available now through CNBC Make It for $67, with a special 30% discount available until May 13, 2025, using the code EARLYBIRD.
About Embrace Change
Embrace Change is an award-winning, M/WBE-certified career coaching and training firm specializing in boosting employee engagement, employee wellness, and psychological safety for its clients. Led by Cynthia Pong, JD, the all-BIPOC team of career and executive coaches and trainers is dedicated to helping clients build resilient, high-performing organizations. Past clients have included Ogilvy, Stanford University, Elastic, and the New York State Office of Employee Relations.
A leading force in employee engagement and professional development across tech, law, medicine, academia, marketing, government, and other sectors, Embrace Change delivers measurable results for organizations focused on supporting clients through times of change and transition, while propelling individual leaders forward through personalized coaching in leadership development, negotiation, and strategic career advancement. The Embrace Change portfolio also includes a coaching certification program for BIPOC and the Anthem Award-winning Leadership Accelerator program.
Connect with Cynthia Pong
For more information about Cynthia Pong and Embrace Change, visit embracechange.nyc and subscribe to her newsletter, The Trajectory, for ongoing career advice. New subscribers receive access to the popular Leadership Quiz to identify their unique leadership style and better showcase their strengths.
Media Contact
Company Name: Embrace Change
Contact Person: Cynthia Pong, JD
Email: Send Email
Phone: 347-620-6328
City: New York
State: NY
Country: United States
Website: www.embracechange.nyc
