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

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      University of Washington

      Dynamic Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Microsoft PowerPoint, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Performing Arts, Writing, Communication, Motivational Skills, Writing and Editing, Communication Strategies, Concision, Target Audience, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Empathy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dell

      Dell Technologies Closing the Deal

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales Presentation, Value Propositions, Negotiation, Influencing, Presentations, Sales, Sales Process, Solution Selling, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, Rapport Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Keyword Research, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Strategies, Pay Per Click Advertising, Target Audience, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Web Content

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Think Again III: How to Reason Inductively

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Probability, Bayesian Statistics, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Statistical Inference, Complex Problem Solving, Correlation Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      420 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Research, Persuasive Communication, Oral Expression

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Target Audience, Drive Engagement, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Storytelling, Stress Management, Contingency Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      344 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Communication For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking, Lecturing, Presentations, Active Listening, Storytelling, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Social Skills, Influencing, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Team Management, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Marketing, Communication, and PR

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing and Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Marketing Communications, Storytelling, Media and Communications, Strategic Communication, Target Audience, Media Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Performance Analysis, Campaign Management, Performance Measurement, Content Creation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Generative AI Agents

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Web Analytics and SEO, Concision, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Generative AI, Productivity Software, Business Process Automation

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

      Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Learning Theory, Problem Solving

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IESE Business School

      Communicating with Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Communication, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Corporate Communications, Storytelling, Media and Communications, Crisis Management, Journalism, Public Relations, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Media Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Business Communication, Writing, Influencing, Decision Making, Business Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Dell Technologies Closing the Deal: Dell
    • Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing: Google
    • Think Again III: How to Reason Inductively: Duke University
    • Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments: Duke University
    • Present with Purpose: Create/Deliver Effective Presentations: IBM
    • Communication For Everyone: Arizona State University
    • Marketing, Communication, and PR: Microsoft
    • AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear: Deep Teaching Solutions

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