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The next time you ask for career advice, the answer could come from a chatbot.
Employers and workers alike are beginning to embrace apps and programs powered by AI that can provide guidance on anything from negotiating a raise to delegating work to teammates. AI coaching, offered by startups and even LinkedIn, is emerging as a more affordable alternative for companies than the human kind, which costs an average of $244 an hour.
Naturally, some employees are concerned about privacy and the quality of advice. “We're a long way from a typical human being wanting [coaching] from a machine,” says one Harvard Business School professor. But, he adds, given the rapid improvements in AI, “it’s pretty dumb to bet against them.”
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