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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Willingness To Learn, Persistence, Learning Theory, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Intellectual Humility: Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Critical Thinking, Research, Diversity Awareness, Open Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Open Mindset, Cultural Diversity, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Social Studies, Neurology, Political Sciences, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Sales Techniques: Build, Persuade, and Succeed

    Skills you'll gain: Sales, General Sales Practices, Selling Techniques, Persuasive Communication, Oral Expression, Sales Process, Overcoming Objections, Trustworthiness, Closing (Sales), Professionalism, Non-Verbal Communication, Customer Relationship Building, Personal Development, Adaptability, Communication, Professional Development, Growth Mindedness, Personal Attributes, Rapport Building, Active Listening

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Soft skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Productivity, Communication, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Time Management, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Resilience, Empowerment, Interpersonal Communications, Prioritization, Active Listening, Mediation, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Business Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    131 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Harvard Business Review

    Gain Alignment to Achieve Results

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Teamwork, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication, Relationship Building, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Build Your Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Rapport Building, Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Target Audience, Interpersonal Communications, Trustworthiness, General Networking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Communicate with Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Concision, Business Writing, Grammar, Storytelling, Organizational Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Lead with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Empowerment, Team Management, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Verbal Communication Skills, Self-Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    344 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Communication For Everyone

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Writing, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Intellectual Humility: Practice: The University of Edinburgh
  • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Master Sales Techniques: Build, Persuade, and Succeed: EDUCBA
  • Soft skills: Packt
  • Gain Alignment to Achieve Results: Harvard Business Review
  • Build Your Influence: Harvard Business Review
  • Communicate with Polish: Harvard Business Review
  • Lead with Confidence: Harvard Business Review
  • Habilidades de negociación y comunicación efectiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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