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For nearly three decades, Peak Performers has been revolutionizing disability employment. We’re on a nationwide mission to set a higher standard of employment for professionals with disabilities. Along the way, we’re setting a new standard for the staffing agency experience.
April 17, 2024
Skills-Based Hiring: Do You Still Need a Degree to Get Hired Today?
Is a college degree necessary for job success? Explore the truth about skills-based hiring and discover alternative paths to employment in today’s market.
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November 16, 2021
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How do I seek out a job if I’m a veteran?
Celebrating Veterans’ Day with Jobs! Last week was Veterans’ Day. Peak Performers, a nonprofit employment agency, appreciates the sacrifices veterans have made in service to our country. Thank you. Tips for Veteran Job Seekers If you are a veteran or know one looking for work, we can help. Feel free to reach out to Myles or to apply online. 1) Seek out support resources. Veterans (and often their spouses) have access to a wide range of resources. In Texas, the Texas Veterans Commission helps orient thousands of veterans every year to a variety of services available, including helping them find work. 2) …
September 30, 2021
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Working from home advice for job seekers and businesses
For job seekers Is work from home the new normal? I get a lot of questions these days about work from home (WFH) jobs. I also get a lot of job seekers that are only looking for remote options. Here’s my perspective: Depends on the job. If you are an office worker, it is more common for your job to be WFH, as opposed to two years ago. There are many jobs that are obviously excluded from WFH options, such as retail, hospitality, and essential roles. What’s less obvious is that lower-level jobs are often still asked to be …
September 13, 2021
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Peak Performers and Texas Veterans Commission Job Search Give Advice
Upcoming Virtual Job Fair with Texas Veterans Commission Peak Performers recently partnered with the Texas Veterans Commission to share job …
September 3, 2021
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Peak Performers Staffing Featured in local Newsletter
Recognition from Local Newspaper The Crestview Neighborhood Association recently featured Peak Performers in their monthly newsletter. The text from the …
August 16, 2021
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Now Hiring in Austin – Hot Jobs August 16, 2021
Austin Growing Rapidly: More Jobs Heading to ATX! This just in: Austin is growing really, really fast. In fact, according …
August 13, 2021
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Cover Letter Guide 2022 and Examples
Are cover letters necessary in 2022? The utility of the cover letter will vary between jobs and between job seekers in Austin. While somewhat old fashioned, cover letters are a nice way of introducing yourself and expressing your interest in the job. We are often told that recruiters spend 6-10 seconds per resume in the initial evaluation. So then what’s the point of a cover letter and does it still get read? For our part at Peak Performers Staffing Agency, cover letters are nice to have though are not a requirement for our process. Recruiters usually read cover letters if they’re …
April 17, 2024
Skills-Based Hiring: Do You Still Need a Degree to Get Hired Today?
Is a college degree necessary for job success? Explore the truth about skills-based hiring and discover alternative paths to employment in today’s market.
April 3, 2024
Telling Your Story Online: Where Social Media Meets HR
Explore the power of social media in your job search! Learn from success stories and cautionary tales to navigate the digital landscape effectively.
March 6, 2024
Women’s History Month 2024: Dissecting The Intersection of Gender and Disability in Employment
Empower through awareness: Women’s History Month sheds light on vital issues, including the intersectionality of gender and disability in the workplace.
February 14, 2024
Shaping Tomorrow: 6 Most Important AI Trends for 2024
Explore groundbreaking AI innovations in hiring and staffing.
January 17, 2024
Avoid These 9 Common Resume Mistakes to Get Hired
Even the most qualified candidates might face rejection due to seemingly minor resume mistakes. Not all resumes are perfect. Avoid common mistakes in resume writing to increase your chances of standing out and securing an interview. 9 Common Resume Mistakes To help you land your next job, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the nine most common resume mistakes to avoid. 1. Having Spelling and Grammatical Errors Spelling and grammar mistakes might seem small, but they can have a big impact. Think of your resume as your personal story. Just like typos in a favorite book, mistakes in …
January 3, 2024
10 New Year’s Resolutions to Make Your Workplace Better in 2024
Making New Year’s resolutions is about showing how you want to grow and become a better version of yourself. The results of a study by YouGov showed that 37 percent of Americans said they had a New Year’s resolution for 2023, and 87 percent said they would likely to stick to it.¹ In the workplace, these resolutions can serve as a powerful catalyst for transformation. They aren’t just individual goals but blueprints for creating better work environments. Why You Should Make New Year’s Resolutions for Work Embracing New Year’s resolutions for work can guide personal growth and professional development. …
March 19, 2024
Scaling Workforce: A Strategic Approach to Volume Hiring for Long-term Projects
A Strategic Approach to Volume Hiring for Long-term Projects
July 8, 2022
About Disability Pride Month 2022
What is “Disability Pride Month?” On July 26, 1990, George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act. This laid …
April 22, 2022
Competitive, Integrated Employment for People with Disabilities
Sheltered Workshops vs Competitive, Integrated Employment When you hear hear “employment for people with disabilities,” what do visualize? The first …
November 20, 2017
November: Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes Awareness November is Diabetes awareness month. Diabetes is estimated by the CDC to affect 12.2% of adults (More info) …
September 19, 2017
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness: Celebrities and Their Stories
After the Injury: The Rest of the Story Spinal cord injuries are perhaps the most visible and obvious disability. After …
September 12, 2017
Peak Spotlight: Spinal Cord Injury Awareness
Peak Spotlight: Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Life Altering, Not Life Defining Like Jack in the video, many adults come by …
July 26, 2017
Celebrating 27 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act
A Historic Piece of Civil Rights Legislation Passed by Congress in 1990, and eventually signed by President George H.W. Bush, …
April 10, 2024
The $4,700 Price Tag: The True Cost of Hiring and How to Reduce It
Unlock cost-effective hiring solutions! Discover winning strategies to reduce hiring costs and find top talent without breaking the bank.
March 20, 2024
The ROI of Talent Development: The Link Between Human Capital and Business Outcomes
Empower your team! Unlock business success by prioritizing talent development. Discover how nurturing employee potential drives long-term growth and sustainability.
March 13, 2024
Welcome to the 2024 World of Work: 4 Things Your Workforce Needs
Explore key trends to meet the demands of today’s dynamic workforce. Embrace change and stay ahead in the evolving world of work in 2024!
February 28, 2024
Why is Hiring People with Disabilities a Smart Business Move?
Unlock potential! Explore the strategic impact of hiring people with disabilities—proven to boost revenue, income, and economic profit. Build a smarter, more inclusive business.
February 21, 2024
Navigating Change: C-Suite Leaders Are Adjusting Workforce Strategies and Here’s Why
Great C-Suite leaders adapt to navigate change. Explore strategic workforce balancing for optimal efficiency and satisfaction in a dynamic business landscape.
February 14, 2024
Shaping Tomorrow: 6 Most Important AI Trends for 2024
Explore groundbreaking AI innovations in hiring and staffing.
January 5, 2023
Remote work drawbacks
Considering the drawbacks of remote work Is remote work good for my career? I’ve worked remotely before so I get …
December 15, 2022
2023 Job Seeking Advice
Find a job in 2023 Top job seeking advice from Peak Performers It’s that time of the year: time for …
December 7, 2022
Employment after being an entrepreneur
How do I put my start-up business on my resume? Running your own business is hard and you have to …
November 18, 2022
Layoff FAQs and Planning
Planning for layoffs and frequently asked questions Are layoffs coming in 2023? Right now, the long-forecasted recession seems to be …
November 9, 2022
Artificial intelligence and the work world
Insights into the new world of work Is artificial intelligence coming for my job? If your job is repetitive and …
November 2, 2022
Job Search Feedback
Feedback is critical to your job search. Processing feedback when looking for a job When you ask a friend to …
March 27, 2023
Salaries on job description
Salaries on Job Postings Overview of Issue In a recent survey, 91% of job seekers and 67% of recruiters want …
March 24, 2023
Engaging and Remote Workforce
Remote Workforce Engagement – A Guide for Businesses Overview of Remote Work Challenges Over the pandemic, we saw a huge …
March 24, 2023
Nobody wants to work any more
“Nobody Wants to Work Any More” Discussion for Businesses Overview of Recruiting and Hiring Challenges When the labor market gets …
March 24, 2023
Quiet Quitting: Advice for Employers
Quiet Quitting Guide for Businesses What is quiet quitting “Quiet quitting” is the phenomenon of employees doing the minimum to …
March 24, 2023
Loneliness at Work
Loneliness and the Work World Advice for Businesses to Combat Loneliness Whether employees are working on-site, hybrid, or remotely, loneliness …
November 7, 2022
All about staffing agencies
Staffing agency business overview What is a staffing agency? A staffing agency is a business that searches for workers on …
February 7, 2022
Peak Performers launches retirement program
New Benefit: 403(b) Retirement Program Peak Performers is excited to announce that they are now offering a 403(b) retirement program …
September 13, 2021
Peak Performers and Texas Veterans Commission Job Search Give Advice
Upcoming Virtual Job Fair with Texas Veterans Commission Peak Performers recently partnered with the Texas Veterans Commission to share job …
September 3, 2021
Peak Performers Staffing Featured in local Newsletter
Recognition from Local Newspaper The Crestview Neighborhood Association recently featured Peak Performers in their monthly newsletter. The text from the …
August 16, 2021
Now Hiring in Austin – Hot Jobs August 16, 2021
Austin Growing Rapidly: More Jobs Heading to ATX! This just in: Austin is growing really, really fast. In fact, according …
August 10, 2021
Now Hiring in Austin – Hot Jobs August 10, 2021
Austin Job Market Growing Fast Austin has almost regained all jobs lost prior to the pandemic as our area continues …
July 6, 2020
Bree Sarlati, Recognized Globally by Staffing Industry
National Recognition for Peak Performers’ Staffing CEO Austin, TX – Bree Sarlati, Co-CEO of Peak Performers, was recognized by the …
March 24, 2023
Loneliness at Work
Loneliness and the Work World Advice for Businesses to Combat Loneliness Whether employees are working on-site, hybrid, or remotely, loneliness …
March 23, 2016
When was the last time you thought about your posture?
Posture in the Workplace “Be a swan, Minerva, be a swan,” says wicked stepmother Bernadette Peters in Cinderella. Posture training …
February 2, 2016
Flu season is upon us
Balancing the Flu with Work The flu season is here with a vengeance! The flu season peaks this month and …

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