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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

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Setting Clear Expectations

    Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Employee Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Team Management, Coaching, Expectation Management, Leadership, Knowledge Transfer, Professional Development, Motivational Skills, Internal Communications, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Mindfulness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Entrepreneurship, Lifelong Learning, Ideation, Willingness To Learn, Professional Networking, Adaptability, Accounting Systems, Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Objections, New Product Development, Sales, New Business Development, Brand Strategy, Business Development, Business Planning, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Management, Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced HR Dashboards & Analytics in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Compensation Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Employee Retention, People Analytics, Training and Development, Compensation Management, Recruitment, Excel Macros, Spreadsheet Software, Talent Recruitment, Payroll, Employee Training, Data Visualization, Compensation Strategy, Training Programs, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Management

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

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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    How To Start An Ecommerce Business: Amazon, Ads & SEO

    Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Google Ads, Paid media, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Content Optimization, Product Promotion, Marketing, Selling Techniques, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Digital Marketing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ombudsman: A Unique Role in Dispute Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Customer Complaint Resolution, Family Support, Interpersonal Communications, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Leadership, Business Ethics, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Active Listening, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Change Management, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Hiring and Interviewing

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Labor Compliance, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diversity Training, Talent Acquisition, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Resource Management, Labor Law, Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment Strategies, Professionalism, Record Keeping, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Team Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Influencing, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Communication, Empathy, Change Management, Organizational Change

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Scaling Scrum for Large Systems Engineering Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Systems Engineering, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Software Development Methodologies, Business Leadership, Unified Modeling Language, Backlogs, Scalability, Organizational Structure, Coordinating, Organizational Change, Waterfall Methodology, Change Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leadership Presence and Credibility

    Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Influencing, Executive Presence, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Persuasive Communication, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Constructive Feedback, Culture

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    The Executive Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Executive Presence, Collaboration, Resilience, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Habit Formation, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Strategic Thinking, Communication, Change Management, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Decision Making, Coaching, Mentorship

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Digital Marketing Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, Digital Brand Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Target Audience, Marketing Automation, Pay Per Click Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Demand Generation, Brand Marketing, Persona Development, Digital Advertising, A/B Testing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Analytics, Content Strategy, Advertising, Journey Mapping, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Generative AI for Coaching, Research, and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, AI literacy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Performance Measurement, Coaching, People Analytics, Performance Review, Continuous Improvement Process, Real Time Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Setting Clear Expectations: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur: Madecraft
  • Advanced HR Dashboards & Analytics in Excel: EDUCBA
  • How To Start An Ecommerce Business: Amazon, Ads & SEO: Alex Genadinik
  • Ombudsman: A Unique Role in Dispute Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Hiring and Interviewing: SkillUp
  • The 5 Voices: Effectively Communicate with Everyone You Lead: John Wiley & Sons
  • Scaling Scrum for Large Systems Engineering Projects: University of Colorado System
  • Leadership Presence and Credibility: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • The Executive Mindset: Madecraft

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