Influencing Skills for Professionals: 1 Day Course in Knoxville

Schedule

Fri Mar 27 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Regus - Knoxville - First Horizon Plaza | Knoxville, TN

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Use psychology-backed persuasion techniques to engage minds, shift perspectives, and influence outcomes.
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Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks included
Course Overview

Influence is one of the most valuable skills in today’s professional environment. This dynamic program helps participants understand the psychology behind persuasion, strengthen interpersonal influence, and communicate ideas with clarity and conviction.

Through structured frameworks, interactive role plays, and real-world business scenarios, participants learn how to gain buy-in, address objections effectively, and guide conversations toward positive outcomes. The course also explores the principles of ethical influence—demonstrating how to persuade with integrity, without manipulation.

By the end of the session, you will leave with practical strategies to influence decisions, strengthen relationships, and create lasting professional impact.


Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply proven persuasion and influence techniques in professional communication
  • Tailor messages to connect effectively with different audiences
  • Build trust, rapport, and credibility with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
  • Manage objections and resistance with confidence and composure
  • Communicate ideas persuasively to inspire action and commitment

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their ability to influence, persuade, and motivate others, including:

  • Sales, Marketing, and Business Development Professionals
  • Managers, Team Leaders, and Supervisors
  • Executives and Senior Leaders
  • HR and Learning & Development Professionals
  • Consultants, Advisors, and Negotiators
  • Project Managers and Client-Facing Professionals

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Why Choose This Course

Looking to elevate your ability to persuade and motivate with confidence?

This program transforms the way professionals communicate by focusing on ethical persuasion, structured storytelling, and confident delivery. Participants gain practical tools rooted in psychology and behavioral science to strengthen everyday influence.

Whether you want to navigate high-stakes conversations with greater confidence or secure stronger buy-in across teams, this session equips you with immediately applicable strategies that deliver measurable results.

đź“§ Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session: [email protected]


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Agenda
Module 1: Foundations of Persuasion

Info: • Understanding the principles of influence and persuasion
• Balancing logic, emotion, and credibility in messaging
• Recognizing triggers that shape decision-making
• Icebreaker Activity


Module 2: Crafting Compelling Messages

Info: • Building a persuasive structure with clear calls to action
• Using storytelling to create emotional engagement
• Communicating benefits rather than just features
• Case Study Simulation


Module 3: The Psychology of Influence

Info: • Leveraging social proof, reciprocity, and authority
• Using scarcity and urgency ethically
• Recognizing and responding to resistance
• Quiz


Module 4: Building Credibility and Trust

Info: • Establishing personal credibility and authenticity
• Aligning communication style with audience needs
• Developing rapport and long-term influence
• Role Play


Module 5: Influencing Without Authority

Info: • Navigating power dynamics and stakeholder expectations
• Persuading peers, clients, and leaders effectively
• Using negotiation and collaboration techniques
• Activity


Module 6: Non-Verbal & Delivery Techniques

Info: • Using tone, posture, and gestures to strengthen impact
• Managing stage presence and confidence
• Enhancing delivery through storytelling rhythm
• Case Study


Module 7: Practice, Feedback & Action Plan

Info: • Delivering a short persuasive presentation
• Applying feedback from peers and facilitator
• Creating an actionable influence improvement plan
• Action Plan Review


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Regus - Knoxville - First Horizon Plaza, 800 South Gay Street#700, Knoxville, United States

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