Courses in influencing people can help you learn persuasive communication, negotiation techniques, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building strategies. You can build skills in active listening, crafting compelling messages, and adapting your approach to different audiences. Many courses introduce tools such as social media platforms for outreach, presentation software for impactful storytelling, and analytics tools to measure engagement and effectiveness.

HubSpot Academy
Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Sales Training, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Employee Onboarding, Employee Coaching, Process Development, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Goal Setting, Customer Insights
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Safety Culture, Leadership, Team Management, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Communication, Employee Retention
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Honesty, Storytelling, Journals, Editing, Content Creation, Personal Development, Investigation, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainability Standards, Corporate Sustainability, Waste Minimization, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Business Modeling, Change Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Professional Networking
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Employee Training, Google Workspace, Training and Development, Communication Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Process Development, Needs Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Management Reporting, Change Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cinematic Health
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, De-escalation Techniques, Developmental Disabilities, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Patient-centered Care, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Trauma Care, Professionalism, Rapport Building, Empathy, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Active Listening, Healthcare Ethics, Behavior Management, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compassion, Mental Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Drive Engagement, Value Propositions, Team Leadership, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Storytelling, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Communication Planning, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Open Mindset, Professional Development, Mindfulness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Target Audience, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Branding, Social Media, Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Content Marketing, Instagram, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Self-Awareness, Growth Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Supervision, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Employee Coaching, Professionalism, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Influencing, Accountability, Team Management, Initiative and Leadership, Delegation Skills, Rapport Building, Leadership and Management, Relationship Building, Team Building, Teamwork, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Communication, Positivity, Personal Development, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Growth Strategies, Process Development, Sales, Sales Management, Business Development, Business Planning, Research Reports, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Marketing, Operations Management, People Management, Business Writing, Writing and Editing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks