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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


  • E

    Ei4Change

    Personality: How To Get On With Anyone

    Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Rapport Building, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Recognizing Others

    4.7 stars, 30 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Influencing: Adapting to Personality Types

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Business Leadership

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Personal Brand Management and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Composure, Influencing, Positivity, Communication, Public Speaking, Brand Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Executive Presence, Brand Marketing, Branding, Presentations, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Storytelling, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Virtual Networking

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Johns Hopkins University

    Influencing without Authority

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Communication, Personal Development, Constructive Feedback

    4.6 stars, 78 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Influential Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Influencing, Accountability, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Leadership Development, Negotiation, Storytelling, Professional Development, Persuasive Communication, Follow Through, Constructive Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Building Your signature style through Charisma and Humour

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Rapport Building, Empathy, Adaptability, Influencing, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The CareerTrek Company

    Negotiation, Influence & Executive Presence

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Leadership, Active Listening, Influencing, Business Communication, Negotiation, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Contract Negotiation, Leadership and Management, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Composure, Overcoming Objections, Concision, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development and Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Attributes, Self-Motivation, Communication Strategies, Personal Development, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Planning

    5 stars, 21 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Leading People and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Professionalism, Leadership, Trustworthiness, Communication, Performance Management, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Communication, Strategic Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Communication, Executive Presence, Empowerment, Culture Transformation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Conversations That Inspire: Coaching Learning, Leadership and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Empathy, Compassion, Leadership Development, Active Listening, Organizational Leadership, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Leadership, Change Management, Neurology, Physiology

    4.7 stars, 397 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (397) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Build Your Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Relationship Management, Interpersonal Communications, Trustworthiness, Communication Strategies, General Networking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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