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Influencing People Courses

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.

Popular Influencing People Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Alignor

    Leading Diverse Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Conflict Management, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Decision Making, Persuasive Communication, Team Management, Workplace inclusivity, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Negotiation, Interactive Learning

    3.8 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • Y

    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Oral Expression, Personal Development, Journey Mapping, Growth Mindedness, Professional Development, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Positivity, Storytelling, Prioritization, Accountability, Persistence, Interviewing Skills

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management

    Skills you'll gain: Calendar Management, People Analytics, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Scheduling, Labor Relations, Workforce Management, Staff Management, Team Performance Management, Linear Algebra, Data Management, Administration, Contract Management, Team Management, Unsupervised Learning, R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Programming, Operations Management

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), digital literacy, Machine Learning

    4.1 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Succession Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Contingency Planning, People Development, Strategic Leadership, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Business Continuity Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership, Workforce Development, Organizational Change, Business Continuity, Talent Pipelining, Training and Development, Change Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management

    4.1 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • P

    Packt

    Personal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Assertiveness, Smart Goals, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Stress Management, Empowerment, Relationship Management, Self-Awareness, People Development, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Growth Mindedness, Communication Strategies

    4.5 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Kickstart Your Creativity with Procreate: Food & Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Habit Formation, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software, Peer Review, Digital Design, Creative Thinking, Goal Setting, Creative Design, Design Software, Constructive Feedback, Apple software proficiency

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    ADVANCED Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Stress Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI Sound Generation for Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Brand Strategy, Content Creation, Brand Awareness, Social Media Content, Media Production, Storytelling, Marketing Communications, Business Communication, Digital Design, Creative Thinking, Influencing, Media and Communications, Business Ethics, Creative Problem-Solving, Customer Engagement, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    Ei4Change

    Emotional Resilience for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Stress Management, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Team Management, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Optimism, Organizational Development, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy, Change Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 36 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (36) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic and Inclusive Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Workplace inclusivity, Professional Development, Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Management, Team Building, Resilience, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dell

    Dell Technologies Closing the Deal

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Overcoming Objections, Selling Techniques, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Closing (Sales), General Sales Practices, Sales Training, Sales, Sales Process, Oral Expression, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Negotiation, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Public Speaking, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular influencing people courses

  • Leading Diverse Teams: Alignor
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management: The State University of New York
  • How to Get Into AI: University of Leeds
  • Succession Planning: Coursera
  • Personal Skills: Packt
  • Kickstart Your Creativity with Procreate: Food & Plants: Skillshare
  • ADVANCED Emotional Intelligence: Alex Genadinik
  • AI Sound Generation for Business Communication: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Emotional Resilience for Managers: Ei4Change

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