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.

Alignor
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 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
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 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
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 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Leeds
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 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
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 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
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 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Stress Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
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

Ei4Change
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 (36) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
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 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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