Coaching Revealed an Institute of Coaching Podcast The Development of Coaching Bots and Tools with Nicky Terblanche
May 16, 2025
Nicky Terblanche, a Professor at the University of Stellenbosch Business School and a pioneer in AI-driven coaching, explores the innovative intersection of technology and human connection. He shares his journey from engineering to coaching, delving into the surprising effectiveness of AI chatbots in achieving goals. Nicky discusses the ethical implications of AI in coaching and the balance between directive and non-directive approaches. With insights into user trust and data privacy, he highlights the transformative potential of AI in personalized coaching experiences.
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Engineer to Coach Journey
- Nicky Terblanche transitioned from engineering to coaching. - He combined his AI skills with coaching to create chatbots for scalable coaching.
AI Matches Human Coaching in Goals
- An AI chatbot coaching on goal attainment nearly matched human coaching results. - AI excels in narrow, specific coaching tasks but not broader wellness areas.
Boost AI Coaching Adoption
- Convince users early that AI coaching delivers value to boost adoption. - Make AI coaching fun and easy, and target younger users initially.