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Motivation Courses

Motivation courses can help you learn goal-setting techniques, the psychology of motivation, and strategies for fostering resilience. You can build skills in self-assessment, creating actionable plans, and maintaining accountability in personal and professional settings. Many courses introduce tools like motivational interviewing and habit-tracking apps, which can enhance your ability to inspire yourself and others, making it easier to stay on track with your objectives.

Popular Motivation Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Employee Onboarding, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development

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    EDUCBA

    Anger Management and Positive Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Optimism, Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Composure, Personal Care, Mental Health, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Self-Motivation, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership and Management, Growth Strategies, Long Term Care, Care Management, LESS

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Aprender

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Quick Learning, Self-Motivation, Lifelong Learning, Literacy, Mental Concentration, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Personal Development, Motivational Skills, Self-Awareness

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    Macquarie University

    Organisational behaviour: Know your people

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity, Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Leadership Development, Diversity Awareness, People Development, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

    Skills you'll gain: Safety Culture, Drive Engagement, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Employee Engagement, Creativity, Workplace inclusivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Cognitive flexibility, Culture Transformation, Innovation, Motivational Skills, Leadership Development

    Build toward a degree

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    Harvard Business School Online

    Introduction to Leadership Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Team Motivation, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, People Development, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Cultural Responsiveness, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Behavioral Management, Health Promotion, Psychology, Experimentation, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Strategies to Get (And Stay) Unstuck

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Creativity, Productivity, Creative Thinking, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Habit Formation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Accountability

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    Madecraft

    The Productivity Playbook

    Skills you'll gain: Ability To Meet Deadlines, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Habit Formation, Timelines, Persistence, Planning, Motivational Skills, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Productivity, Disaster Recovery, Tenacity, Cognitive flexibility, Prioritization, Self-Discipline, Follow Through

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    Identity Crisis: How to Realign Your Career with Your Life

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Interviewing Skills, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Web Presence, Accountability Frameworks, Culture Transformation, Lifelong Learning, Financial Planning, Finance, Follow Through, Self-Motivation, Accountability, Business Transformation, Professionalism, Adult Education, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Madecraft

    Advice for Leaders During a Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Stress Management, Contingency Planning, Composure, Resilience, Team Management, Change Management, Adaptability, Team Motivation, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Cognitive flexibility, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Creating an Intentional Life: Attention, Values, and Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Positivity, Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Personal Integrity, Empowerment, Self-Motivation, Mental Concentration, Engineering Management, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Compassion, Leadership, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Human Centered Design, Time Management, digital literacy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular motivation courses

  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
  • Anger Management and Positive Thinking: EDUCBA
  • Aprender: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Organisational behaviour: Know your people: Macquarie University
  • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Leadership Principles: Harvard Business School Online
  • Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • Strategies to Get (And Stay) Unstuck: Madecraft
  • The Productivity Playbook: Madecraft
  • Identity Crisis: How to Realign Your Career with Your Life: Madecraft

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