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    Master persuasion techniques for influencing others. Learn about psychological principles of persuasion and practical applications.

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      Coursera Project Network

      Copywriting with ChatGPT: Produce Compelling Copy That Sells

      Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Prompt Engineering, Writing and Editing, ChatGPT, Target Audience, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Product Knowledge, Value Propositions, Product Marketing, Generative AI, Marketing Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Enhancing Communication with Remind

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Telecommunications, Technical Communication, User Accounts

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing: The Craft of Style

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Editing, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إتقان فن الإيجاز في الحديث | Mastering The Art of Briefing

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Communication, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, Presentations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Washington

      Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Performing Arts, Writing, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      178 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Conjunctions, Connectives, and Adverb Clauses

      Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Vocabulary, English Language

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      735 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Customer Engagement, Marketing Materials, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies, Advertising, A/B Testing, Marketing, Content Creation, ChatGPT, Marketing Analytics, Growth Strategies, Social Media Content, OpenAI

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Strategies for Effective Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Systems Thinking, Community Outreach, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Research Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Toronto

      Stratégies de communication à l’ère du virtuel

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Communication, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Negotiation, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Program Communications Planning in ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Program Management, Program Development, Strategic Communication, Project Design, Project Management Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Workflow Management, Agile Methodology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Professional Presentations: Canva AI Magic Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Presentations, Sales Presentation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Photo Editing, Brand Management, Content Creation, Video Editing

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
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      Starweaver

      Deception As a Defense

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Patch Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardening, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Copywriting with ChatGPT: Produce Compelling Copy That Sells: Coursera Project Network
    • Enhancing Communication with Remind: Coursera Project Network
    • Creative Writing: The Craft of Style: Wesleyan University
    • إتقان فن الإيجاز في الحديث | Mastering The Art of Briefing: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Speaking to Inspire: Ceremonial and Motivational Speeches: University of Washington
    • Conjunctions, Connectives, and Adverb Clauses: University of California, Irvine
    • Prompt Engineering Generative AI for Marketing & Advertising: Coursera Project Network
    • Strategies for Effective Engagement : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Stratégies de communication à l’ère du virtuel: University of Toronto
    • Program Communications Planning in ClickUp: Coursera Project Network

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