Ever wondered how the brightest minds in HR, talent acquisition, and recruiting got their start? My First Job, hosted by industry insider Mike Wood, takes you on a journey through the early beginnings of today’s top thought leaders in the world of HR. Each episode dives into the formative first jobs that shaped their careers and the lessons they learned along the way. With engaging conversations and plenty of inspiring moments, My First Job offers valuable insights into the people behind the policies, the strategies that lead to success, and the power of embracing humble beginnings. Whether you’re an HR pro or just starting your career, this podcast will spark new ideas and remind you that every journey has a first step.
My First Job hosted by Mike Wood
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Ever wondered how the brightest minds in HR, talent acquisition, and recruiting got their start? My First Job, hosted by industry insider Mike Wood, takes you on a journey through the early beginnings of today’s top thought leaders in the world of HR. Each episode dives into the formative first jobs that shaped their careers and the lessons they learned along the way. With engaging conversations and plenty of inspiring moments, My First Job offers valuable insights into the people behind the policies, the strategies that lead to success, and the power of embracing humble beginnings. Whether you’re an HR pro or just starting your career, this podcast will spark new ideas and remind you that every journey has a first step.
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Recent Episodes
July 3, 2025
Cleaning Toilets, Cracking CVs, and Changing Recruiting with Steven McGrath - My First Job ep24
Steven McGrath recounts his early work experiences and discusses his empathy-first approach to revolutionizing recruiter productivity with Poetry in a conversation with host Mike Wood, highlighting the importance of humanity in an AI-driven world in this interview.
June 26, 2025
From Women’s Shoes to Workforce AI with Ben Mones - My First Job ep23
Fama founder Ben Mones recounts his early career experiences in retail and barbecue, which ultimately inspired him to develop an AI-powered talent screening platform, in an interview with host Mike Wood.
May 1, 2025
From Landscaping to Director of Partnerships w Tom Horne - My First Job ep 22
On this episode of My First Job, host Mike Wood talks with Tom Horne, Director of Partnerships at Hari, about his initial foray into the working world: landscaping for a tough neighbor. Tom shares how that challenging first job, along with a subsequent lifeguarding role, instilled crucial lessons in efficiency, hard work, communication, and taking responsibility, which have shaped his career path. The conversation moves to Tom's current role in HR tech, the current state of the job market dynamic, and the potential impact of AI, highlighting how prioritizing skills and using AI to offload tasks can free up time for professional growth.
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