Because of this, Cuban says that job seekers should start their search by applying to small businesses. Having AI skills additionally presents a way in for Americans because it makes it “easier and faster” for mom-and-pop operations to compete with larger corporations, he wrote. The post drew hundreds of comments and a few replies from Cuban himself. One X user rebutted Cuban’s stance arguing that smaller companies use AI to reduce headcount needed. “Not true,” Cubain replied.