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daily Instructor: Dr. Aaron AdamsAbout this Course
Articulate and Persuade: Improving Your Speaking Skills for Professional Success
This course is designed to help individuals improve their speaking skills for professional success. Effective communication is crucial in the workplace, and being able to articulate your ideas clearly and persuasively can help you advance in your career. In this course, you will learn how to speak confidently, engage your audience, and deliver powerful presentations.
Course Objectives
- Develop effective communication skills for professional environments
- Improve articulation and diction to enhance clarity
- Master the art of persuasive speaking
- Learn how to engage an audience and hold their attention
- Gain confidence in public speaking
Course Content
The course will cover the following topics:
- Understanding the importance of effective communication in professional environments
- Improving articulation and diction through vocal exercises and techniques
- Developing a persuasive speaking style by understanding audience needs and tailoring your message to them
- Learning techniques for engaging your audience, including storytelling and humor
- Overcoming nervousness and gaining confidence in public speaking
- Mastering the art of impromptu speaking and handling Q&A sessions
- Creating powerful presentations using visual aids, storytelling, and persuasive techniques
Target Audience
This course is intended for professionals who want to improve their speaking skills and enhance their ability to communicate effectively in the workplace. It is ideal for individuals who regularly present to clients, colleagues, or senior management, or for those who want to build confidence in public speaking.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but participants should have a basic understanding of English language and grammar.
Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of completion, which can be added to their professional portfolio.
Course Features
Honorary Certification
Receive a recognized certificate before completing the course.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For detailed information about our Articulate and Persuade: Improving Your Speaking Skills for Professional Success course, including what you’ll learn and course objectives, please visit the "About This Course" section on this page.
The course is online, but you can select Networking Events at enrollment to meet people in person. This feature may not always be available.
We don’t have a physical office because the course is fully online. However, we partner with training providers worldwide to offer in-person sessions. You can arrange this by contacting us first and selecting features like Networking Events or Expert Instructors when enrolling.
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This course is accredited by Govur University, and we also offer accreditation to organizations and businesses through Govur Accreditation. For more information, visit our Accreditation Page.
Dr. Aaron Adams is the official representative for the Articulate and Persuade: Improving Your Speaking Skills for Professional Success course and is responsible for reviewing and scoring exam submissions. If you'd like guidance from a live instructor, you can select that option during enrollment.
The course doesn't have a fixed duration. It has 12 questions, and each question takes about 5 to 30 minutes to answer. You’ll receive your certificate once you’ve successfully answered most of the questions. Learn more here.
The course is always available, so you can start at any time that works for you!
We partner with various organizations to curate and select the best networking events, webinars, and instructor Q&A sessions throughout the year. You’ll receive more information about these opportunities when you enroll. This feature may not always be available.
You will receive a Certificate of Excellence when you score 75% or higher in the course, showing that you have learned about the course.
An Honorary Certificate allows you to receive a Certificate of Commitment right after enrolling, even if you haven’t finished the course. It’s ideal for busy professionals who need certification quickly but plan to complete the course later.
The price is based on your enrollment duration and selected features. Discounts increase with more days and features. You can also choose from plans for bundled options.
Choose a duration that fits your schedule. You can enroll for up to 6 days at a time.
No, you won't. Once you earn your certificate, you retain access to it and the completed exercises for life, even after your subscription expires. However, to take new exercises, you'll need to re-enroll if your subscription has run out.
To verify a certificate, visit the Verify Certificate page on our website and enter the 12-digit certificate ID. You can then confirm the authenticity of the certificate and review details such as the enrollment date, completed exercises, and their corresponding levels and scores.
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Answer the certification questions by selecting a difficulty level:
Beginner: Master the material with interactive questions and more time.
Intermediate: Get certified faster with hints and balanced questions.
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Earn Your Certificate
To download and share your certificate, you must achieve a combined score of at least 75% on all questions answered.