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Miami Herald
9 hours ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
AI and Virtual Coaching Are Transforming Reemployment - Big Interview Shows What's Possible
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / As the White House releases its America's Talent Strategy: Building the Workforce for the Golden Age, state agencies are facing an urgent question: how to prepare workers for a job market being reshaped at unprecedented speed by AI and automation. The challenge is clear. By 2030, 14% of workers will need to change jobs due to AI and automation, and 80% of the workforce will see disruption to their daily tasks from large language models like ChatGPT (McKinsey). Reemployment programs, built for a pre-AI economy, are struggling to keep pace. The paradox is that the same technologies fueling disruption may also be the key to recovery. Across the country, workforce agencies are piloting AI-powered assessments, virtual reality training, and AI-driven interview coaching to move people back into work faster and with better job matches. "Over the last decade, I've watched hiring trends shift-but nothing compares to the pace of change we're seeing now," said Pamela Skillings, co-founder and chief coach at Big Interview. "AI isn't just changing what jobs exist, it's changing how quickly people need to adapt. Agencies that integrate these tools now will be the ones that keep their workers competitive." AI-enabled resume and interview tools-like those built into Big Interview-are helping states like Idaho provide personalized interview feedback to thousands of unemployed residents annually, without increasing staff workload. These same approaches are in line with the White House's America's Talent Strategy Pillar IV and V priorities: Accountability: Linking investments to clear employment outcomes, shortening unemployment, and redirecting resources to programs that prove & Innovation: Using AI-era tools to pilot new models, adapt training to labor market needs, and scale access to rural and underserved communities. For state agencies, the impact is measurable. Big Interview's AI-driven mock interview simulations and resume optimization tools have already supported over two million job seekers worldwide, helping them land jobs up to 5x faster than the national average. "When you can serve thousands of people with personalized interview feedback-without adding staff-you're not just innovating, you're solving real problems," said Steve Ruder, Vice President at Big Interview. "We've seen measurable results in multiple states, and the technology is proven to scale." As agencies evaluate their next steps under the America's Talent Strategy report, one priority stands out: evaluate and pilot AI-driven tools that can scale impact, measure results, and adapt quickly to changing labor market needs. Contact Information Steve Ruder Vice Presidentsteve@
Miami Herald
24-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Big Interview and Verizon Launch Partnership to Help Underserved Job Seekers Secure Higher-Paying Careers
New collaboration will equip Skill Forward participants with professional interview training to convert new skills into better jobs. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 24, 2025 / Big Interview, a leader in job interview training and career readiness, announced today a partnership with Verizon as part of its nationwide Verizon Forward and Skill Forward initiatives. The goal: to ensure that participants-many of whom come from under-resourced backgrounds-have the tools to turn their newly acquired skills into higher-paying, long-term employment. As part of Verizon's goal to train 50,000 individuals by 2030 to help them advance their careers, this collaboration brings world-class interview preparation and coaching directly to Skill Forward learners at no cost. "We're honored to support Verizon Forward customers and Skill Forward participants as they take the next step toward better jobs and brighter futures," said Alex Andrei, CEO of Big Interview. "For someone who's invested time in building new skills, interview prep can be the difference between landing a job or starting over. We're here to make sure they finish strong." Big Interview's training platform is proven to help job seekers dramatically reduce their time to employment, from the national average of 21.1 weeks (per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) to as few as 4 weeks. The platform is especially effective for individuals facing barriers to employment, including gaps in work history or limited access to traditional career coaching. "Verizon is pleased to partner with Big Interview to offer Verizon Skill Forward learners a free job readiness resource," said Carrie Hughes, AVP, Social Innovation. "In today's highly competitive market, individuals must have both in-demand skills as well as the confidence to effectively present themselves and their abilities. This partnership aims to provide practical, real-world job search preparation that empowers our learners for success in the next phase of their careers." Key Features of the Partnership: ● Comprehensive Interview Training: On-demand curriculum covering all major question types, tailored for both entry-level and advanced roles. ● Customized Mock Interviews: Realistic simulations for over 1,100 careers, plus specialized tools for English Language Learners and job seekers with employment gaps or disabilities. ● AI-Powered Feedback and Action Plans: Personalized coaching guidance driven by AI and developed by career experts. About Big Interview: Big Interview is a trusted career development platform used by more than 1 million job seekers and over 700 organizations, including universities, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. The platform provides structured learning, AI-powered mock interviews, and expert-backed tools to help individuals build confidence, improve outcomes, and succeed in today's competitive job market. Learn more at About Verizon:Verizon Communications Inc. powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024. Verizon's world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit or find a retail location at Contact Information Libby Micheletti Head of Marketing, Big Interviewpress@
