Frequently Asked Questions
About Career Strong
What is Career Strong?
Career Strong is the Intelligent Career System for people navigating their careers—blending expert guidance, proven strategies and an AI-powered workspace to help you make confident career moves. Unlike traditional career coaching or online courses, we give you a complete system: live expert sessions, proven frameworks and a personalized AI-powered workspace you own forever. No subscriptions, no dependencies—just the tools and support to move forward with clarity.
What is an Intelligent Career System?
An Intelligent Career System helps you think strategically about your career, not reactively. It combines three essential components: - Expert Guidance: Live sessions with experienced career strategists who help you see patterns, avoid common pitfalls and make smarter decisions. - Proven Strategies: Research-backed frameworks from psychology, decision science and career development that give you a repeatable process for every transition. - AI-Powered Workspace: A personalized platform where you build your career dashboard, track opportunities, manage your network and keep all your materials in one place. It’s powered by AI but designed to preserve your authentic voice. Together, these three components create a system you can use throughout your entire career—not just for your next job.
Who is Career Strong for?
Career Strong serves professionals navigating career uncertainty—whether you’re exploring your options and testing what fits, changing direction or pivoting to a new field, or building momentum toward your next move. If you value strategy over shortcuts and want to own your trajectory (not just land your next job), Career Strong is built for you. We work with everyone from recent graduates launching their careers to experienced professionals making strategic transitions.
How is Career Strong different from career coaching?
Career Strong is not coaching. It’s an Intelligent Career System—a combination of expert guidance, proven strategies and an AI-powered workspace. Here’s the key difference: coaching is a service relationship where you work one-on-one with someone who guides your process. Career Strong teaches you to build your own system. You get expert facilitation and strategic support, but you walk away with capability and infrastructure you own forever. Coaching gives you a person. Career Strong gives you a system. You’ll learn the frameworks, build the tools and develop the skills to navigate every future transition with confidence. No ongoing dependency, no recurring fees—just permanent capability.
How is Career Strong different from online courses?
Most online courses give you content to consume. Career Strong gives you a system to build. The difference: courses deliver videos and worksheets you work through alone. Career Strong combines live expert sessions with hands-on application in your own personalized workspace. You’re not just learning concepts—you’re building your actual career infrastructure while getting real-time feedback and strategic guidance. Courses teach you about careers. Career Strong teaches you to manage yours. Plus, everything you create during the program stays with you forever. Your workspace, your tools, your insights—all yours to keep building on as you grow.
What problems does Career Strong solve?
Career Strong addresses the core challenges professionals face when navigating their careers. "I don't know what I'm actually good at." You can do your job, but you struggle to name your transferable skills or see where else they'd apply. This is the "can't translate skills" problem—you're unclear how to articulate your capabilities across contexts or identify adjacent moves. We help you identify your strengths and give you frameworks to position your experience strategically, in language that opens doors across industries and roles. "I feel completely stuck." You know something needs to change, but you can't see a clear path forward. We help you break through paralysis by building clarity, one strategic step at a time—with structured exercises and expert guidance that turn overwhelm into momentum. "I'm overwhelmed by where to even start." You're getting contradictory advice from YouTube, ChatGPT, mentors and career centers—and no way to integrate it all. This fragmented guidance leaves you spinning without a system to make sense of it. We give you a repeatable framework and structured process so you stop reacting to every new tip and start making strategic progress. "My job isn't working...but I don't know what will." You can feel the mismatch, but you don't know what roles, industries or paths actually fit you. This is the "lack of workforce literacy" problem—most people don't know what opportunities exist beyond their narrow experience. We help you explore the full landscape of possibilities and identify paths you didn't know existed. At the root of all these: Most people are forced to start from scratch at each career transition, with no repeatable process and constant anxiety about wasting time or money on approaches that don't work. Career Strong gives you a system you own forever—proven strategies grounded in research that compound over time,
What is the 6 A's Framework?
The 6 A’s Framework is a structured, repeatable skill set for navigating career change. Grounded in research from psychology, career development and decision science, it defines six interconnected capabilities that help you move from uncertainty to confident action. The six competencies are: - Agency — Getting clear on what you actually want, not what you think you should want. - Awareness — Understanding your strengths, values and the patterns that shape your decisions. - Alignment — Identifying roles, industries and opportunities that fit you—and why. - Action — Building your plan, materials and network to move forward strategically. - Allyship — Activating relationships that open doors and accelerate your progress. - Agility — Adapting to setbacks, learning from experiments and staying resilient through change. These aren’t linear steps—they’re interconnected skills you develop simultaneously. Together, they create a complete approach to career navigation that works at any stage.
Who are the career strategists?
Teri Rousseau and Susan Morrow are career strategists with deep roots in educational technology and workforce innovation. They’ve built award-winning learning products used by millions and have partnered with global leaders like Apple, Adobe, Disney, Google, Salesforce, Stanford University and University of California Berkeley to shape how people learn and grow. Along the way, they’ve also guided hundreds of professionals through pivotal career moves. Now, they bring that same strategy, structure and support to help you build a career that fits and lasts.
How do I know if Career Strong is right for me?
Career Strong is built for people who want to think strategically about their careers, not just react to the next opportunity. You’re a good fit if: - You’re navigating uncertainty about what comes next - You want to build capability, not just get quick fixes - You value frameworks and systems over motivational advice - You’re open to using AI as a thinking partner (we’ll teach you how) - You’re willing to invest time and effort into real progress You’re not a good fit if: - You need a job this week (we focus on strategic clarity, not emergency placement) - You want someone to do the work for you (we teach you to build your own system) - You’re looking for networking connections or job leads (we help you develop the skills to find and pursue opportunities yourself) Still not sure? Sign up for our Accelerator waitlist (no commitment required!) and we'll notify you about free info sessions. Join us there, and we’ll help you figure out if this is the right next step.
About the Career Strong Accelerator
What’s the Accelerator?
The Accelerator is Career Strong’s signature program for people ready to make a confident career move. Powered by our Intelligent Career System, this 6-week guided program blends expert advising, proven strategies and an AI-powered workspace to help you gain clarity, build your plan and take action with confidence. You’ll join a small, supportive group for weekly virtual working sessions led by experienced career strategists. Together, you’ll learn career management tools, apply AI insights, develop your action plan and gain perspectives you’d miss working alone. It’s designed to get you unstuck and moving toward what’s next—fast.
Who is the Accelerator for?
The Accelerator is for anyone navigating career uncertainty, whether you’re figuring out your direction or executing your next move. You don’t need to have it all figured out. If you’re starting from scratch and exploring your interests, we’ll help you identify your strengths and discover your best-fit career paths. You’ll leave with clarity, even if you’re beginning with uncertainty. You also don’t need to be stuck. If you know what career or role you want but you’re struggling with how to get there, we’ve got you. You’ll build a clear action plan, communicate your story with confidence and stay accountable with smart trackers as you move toward your goal. The Accelerator meets you where you are—and moves you forward from there.
How does the Accelerator work?
Each week, you’ll join a live 90-minute session led by an experienced career strategist. These aren’t lectures—they’re working sessions where you learn frameworks, apply them to your own situation and get real-time feedback. Between sessions, you’ll work independently in your own personalized Career Workspace. It’s built in Notion and powered by AI, with guided exercises, smart prompts and tools to help you make progress. You’ll develop your insights, build your materials and track your opportunities—all in one place. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a complete career dashboard: your direction, action plan, professional materials, opportunity pipeline and network strategy. Plus the system to keep building as you grow.
Is the Accelerator virtual or in-person?
It’s 100% virtual but always live. You’ll meet with your career strategist and cohort in real time via Zoom, then work independently in your personalized workspace between sessions.
What’s the Career Strong Workspace?
Your personal career hub—built in Notion, powered by AI and designed to evolve with you. Everything you need to navigate your career lives in one place. Inside you’ll find: - Assessments & guided exercises — Discover what drives you and where you’ll thrive with structured self-reflection tools. - Personalized insight profiles — Your goals, strengths and market trends synthesized into actionable strategy snapshots. - Brand & outreach tools — Templates and frameworks to build your resume, LinkedIn profile, interview stories and networking messages. - Step-by-step toolkits — Ready-made frameworks for everything from networking to negotiating. - Progress trackers — Stay organized and motivated with tools that track your goals, connections and opportunities. - Expert guides — Strategic advice and examples to reference whenever you need them. It’s yours for life. No subscriptions, no ongoing fees. Just a flexible workspace that grows more valuable as you add contacts, insights and materials over time.
Do I need to know how to use AI?
The Accelerator is Career Strong’s signature program for people ready to make a confident career move. Powered by our Intelligent Career System, this 6-week guided program blends expert advising, proven strategies and an AI-powered workspace to help you gain clarity, build your plan and take action with confidence. You’ll join a small, supportive group for weekly virtual working sessions led by experienced career strategists. Together, you’ll learn career management tools, apply AI insights, develop your action plan and gain perspectives you’d miss working alone. It’s designed to get you unstuck and moving toward what’s next—fast.
How much does the Accelerator cost?
The Accelerator is $1,695—a one-time investment with lifetime access to all tools and content.
What’s the cancellation policy?
We know plans can change. Here’s how cancellations and transfers work: - Cancel 10 or more days before the program starts → Full refund - Cancel fewer than 10 days before → No refund (we’ve already locked in your spot and finalized cohort logistics) - Transfer your spot to someone else → Available up to 7 days before the start date If something unexpected comes up, reach out and we’ll always do our best to support you.
Can I access the Accelerator content after the program concludes?
Yes—you own your workspace forever. No subscriptions, no ongoing fees. Just a flexible workspace with lifetime access to all modules, exercises and tools—available anytime, anywhere. Your Career Workspace becomes a permanent asset that grows more valuable as you add insights, contacts and materials over time.
How is the Accelerator different from the Workshop?
These are two distinct offerings designed for different levels of depth and support. The Workshop is a 90-minute introduction to the Career Strong approach. You’ll experience how expert guidance and AI tools work together, and you’ll leave with a Notion workbook containing six core exercises, prompts and templates to start organizing your career immediately. Think of it as a powerful sampler—fast, focused and practical. The Accelerator is the full experience. Over six weekly sessions, you’ll work in a small group with an expert strategist and build your complete personalized Career Workspace (yours for life). You’ll get ongoing support, guided application of proven frameworks and a comprehensive dashboard to move from exploration to execution. It’s an all-in-one solution designed to give you the tools, structure and support to accelerate your career with clarity and momentum. If you want to experience our approach before committing to the full program, start with the Workshop. If you’re ready to build your complete career system, the Accelerator is for you.
About the Career Strong Workshop
What is the Workshop about?
“Career AI That Actually Helps: Strategy Over Shortcuts” is a 90-minute live virtual workshop designed to get you clear on your direction, strengths and next steps—whether you’re figuring out your first move or ready for a reset. With expert guidance and structured AI prompts, you’ll work through the questions that actually shape strong career decisions: Where do I fit? What do I bring? What would make this worth it? Along the way, you’ll build six practical assets: - Career focus statement - Strength narratives - Role analysis - Opportunity pipeline - Elevator pitch - Strategy for reframing setbacks You’ll leave with clarity and momentum—and be better equipped to get more out of every AI or human tool you use next.
Who is the Workshop for?
The Workshop meets you wherever you are in your career journey. If you’re actively job searching: Yes, this is for you—but it’s not just for job seekers. You’ll walk away with practical tools to take action and the clarity to understand not just what to do but why it matters. If you have 10+ years of experience: Absolutely relevant. This workshop helps you reframe your experience for what’s next. It’s not about starting over—it’s about translating what you’ve built into a story and strategy that move you forward. If you’re about to graduate or recently did: Definitely. If you’re launching your career, this workshop gives you the structure to clarify your strengths, the language to tell your story and tools to identify roles that truly fit. You’ll leave with a repeatable framework to navigate what’s next—now and as you grow.
When are the Workshops and how do I register?
Workshops are offered monthly. Visit our Workshop page to see upcoming dates and register. Each session runs 90 minutes, delivered live via Zoom. Following the workshop, a recording is sent within 24 hours. If you can’t make the live session, you can still register and receive the recorded version.
Do I need to prepare anything before the Workshop?
A few things will help you get the most out of 90 minutes. Recommended: - Set up a free AI account (ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini all work fine) - Access your Notion workbook—we’ll send the link before the session - A free Notion account lets you edit and keep everything forever. Can’t use Notion? You can view the workbook in your browser and take notes however you like, but you won’t be able to edit the template or save your work in one place. Helpful but not required: - Have your latest resume handy - Identify 3 job postings you’re interested in - Jot down 4-6 opportunities you’re considering (roles, people, industries, companies) - Write 2-3 bullets about yourself (current role, strengths, what you’re exploring) - Think of one career setback you’ve experienced Nothing polished—just quick notes. This speeds up the exercises and makes the session more productive.
Do I need to know how to use AI?
No experience needed, but you’ll need your laptop. We’ll teach you how to use AI as a strategic thinking partner—not just a text generator. You’ll learn prompts and techniques that preserve your authentic voice while making career work easier and more effective. The skills you gain apply immediately.
Is the Workshop virtual or in-person?
It’s 100% virtual, delivered live via Zoom.
How much does the Workshop cost?
The Workshop is $99—a one-time registration fee. This includes: - Live 90-minute group session led by a career strategist - Live Q&A (if you get stuck on an exercise, ask in real time) - Six hands-on exercises with real, usable outputs - Interactive Notion workbook with instructions, 11 prompts and examples—yours to customize and keep - Session recording to rewatch anytime - Exclusive discount rate for the Career Strong Accelerator
What’s the cancellation policy?
The recording will be sent to you within 24 hours, so if for any reason you can’t make the live workshop, you can still participate asynchronously. No refunds available after registration.
What makes this Workshop different from other career workshops or AI courses?
Most career workshops are either motivational (“believe in yourself”) or tactical (“here’s how to format your resume”). This is neither. You’re not getting pep talks or generic worksheets. You’re getting hands-on guidance on how to use AI as a real thinking partner—one that helps you think more clearly about your career without losing your voice in the process. The difference: we teach you the strategy behind the tools, not just the tools themselves. You’ll leave knowing not just what to do, but why it works and how to adapt it as you grow.
How is the Workshop different from the Accelerator?
These are two distinct offerings designed for different levels of depth and support. The Workshop is a 90-minute introduction to the Career Strong approach. You’ll experience how expert guidance and AI tools work together, and you’ll leave with a Notion workbook containing six core exercises, prompts and templates to start organizing your career immediately. Think of it as a powerful sampler—fast, focused and practical. The Accelerator is the full experience. Over six weekly sessions, you’ll work in a small group with an expert strategist and build your complete personalized Career Workspace (yours for life). You’ll get ongoing support, guided application of proven frameworks and a comprehensive dashboard to move from exploration to execution. It’s an all-in-one solution designed to give you the tools, structure and support to accelerate your career with clarity and momentum. If you want to experience our approach before committing to the full program, start with the Workshop. If you’re ready to build your complete career system, the Accelerator is for you.
Getting Started
What’s the first step?
If you’re ready to build your complete career system: Enroll in the Accelerator. You’ll get six weeks of expert guidance, proven strategies and a personalized workspace you’ll use for life. If you want to experience our approach first: Join a Workshop. In 90 minutes, you’ll see how guided AI and strategic frameworks work together—and leave with practical tools you can use immediately. If you’re still exploring: Join a free Info Session. We’ll learn about your goals, walk you through the system and help you figure out the right next step.
Can I talk to someone before enrolling?
Absolutely. We offer free info sessions where you can ask questions, learn how the program works and figure out if it’s the right fit for you. Sign up for our Accelerator waitlist (no commitment required!) and we'll notify you about free info sessions. Join us there, and we’ll help you figure out if this is the right next step. No pressure, no sales pitch—just honest conversation about whether Career Strong makes sense for where you are and where you’re headed.