Harvard University
Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles
4.71,590 ratingsMobilize people to tackle tough problems and build the capacity to thrive through the dangers of change
Overview
Learn how to effectively communicate and build professional relationships through face-to-face, written, and non-verbal communication.
What you'll learn
- How to critically evaluate your role in workplace interactions
- How to employ strategies for active listening
- How to ask questions that move conversations forward
- How to communicate ideas clearly and succinctly
- How to assess needs of clients and colleagues
- Best practices for face-to-face and remote communication
Skills you'll practise
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages
- University courses you can audit for free, with lectures, readings and practice quizzes.
- A verified certificate from the university if you pay for it.
- Self-paced: start any time.
Disadvantages
- Graded assignments and the certificate need the paid track.
- Audit access can expire a few weeks after the course ends.
- Learning is free, but the certificate costs money.
- Some parts (graded work, certificate) are paid.
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Free to audit
- Free: Choose "Audit this course" when you enrol: lectures, readings and practice are free.
- Paid: Graded assignments and the verified certificate (Certificate $199). Audit access may end after the course closes.
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