Mike Peditto

Founder · Realistic Recruiting

Mike Peditto is a Director of Talent, advisor, and nationally recognized voice on hiring, HR technology, and modern workforce decision-making. Known for his candid, practical perspective, Mike focuses on the gap between how hiring actually works and how it’s often discussed by vendors, platforms, and pundits. Over the past decade, Mike has led and advised talent teams navigating rapid change, from remote hiring and automation to the growing use of AI in recruiting and workforce decisions. Through this work, he’s seen a consistent pattern: HR and TA leaders are being asked to move faster on new technology without being given the time, clarity, or frameworks needed to evaluate risk, bias, and real impact. Mike’s has built a social media following of over 400K and released his first book "Yes, You Are Being Judged" in 2025.

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