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      Yale University

      Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Game Theory, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Communication

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Freelance Editor Marketing: Attract Your Ideal Clients

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Social Media Strategy, Videography, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Digital Content, Branding, Marketing Collateral, Portfolio Management, Promotional Strategies, Creativity

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Instagram Insights: Crack the Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Content Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, Persuasive Communication, Behavioral Economics, Storytelling

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Community Development, Social Media Content, Discussion Facilitation, Content Strategy, Target Audience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Virtual Teams, Leadership Studies, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Collaboration, Workflow Management, Telecommuting, Agile Methodology, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Leadership, Presentations, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Public Speaking, Meeting Facilitation, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Negotiation Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Closing (Sales), Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Influencing, Collaboration, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Performance Analysis, Adaptability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Personal Development, People Development, Decision Making, Talent Management, Time Management, Communication, Creativity, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Management, People Management, Innovation, Constructive Feedback, Strategic Decision-Making, Collaboration, Strategic Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Business Leadership, Behavioral Economics

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      Starweaver

      Executive Communication & Data Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Active Listening, Concision, Data Storytelling, Customer Insights, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Sales Strategy, Writing, Writing and Editing, Empathy, Technical Writing, Sales Presentation, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Marketing Communications

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Executive Communication Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Active Listening, Concision, Non-Verbal Communication, Writing, Writing and Editing, Empathy, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Organizational Change, Generative AI Agents, Business Transformation, Communication Strategies, Technical Documentation, Marketing Communications, Media and Communications, Stakeholder Engagement

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

      Revolución en los medios deportivos: estrategias innovadoras

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Media and Communications, Social Media, Content Creation, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Storytelling, Brand Management, Branding, Revenue Management, Video Production, Online Advertising, Innovation, Target Audience, E-Commerce, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Business Modeling, Influencing, Game Theory, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Negotiation: A Strategic Playbook for Becoming a Principled and Persuasive Negotiator: Yale University
    • Freelance Editor Marketing: Attract Your Ideal Clients: Skillshare
    • Instagram Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
    • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
    • Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction: Coursera
    • Managing Hybrid & AI-Augmented Teams: The Future of Work: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact: Macquarie University
    • Negotiation Skills: LearnKartS
    • Strategic Leadership: Impact, Change, and Decision-Making: Dartmouth College
    • Executive Communication & Data Leadership: Starweaver

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