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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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January 22, 2020
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Picking the Right Staffing and Recruiting Agency
Navigating the recruitment maze? Unlock hiring success with the right staffing partner! Discover how Peak Performers, with unique offerings, simplifies your hiring journey.
April 15, 2019
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So…What Do You Do?
Focus Your Job Search “So…what do you do?” Don’t you hate that question? You get it at parties, you get it at job fairs, you even get it at the dentist! I don’t know about you, but I’m a lot more than just my work. If I’m a job seeker, though, my resume is not the place to tell you who I am. Employers get hundreds (sometimes thousands) of applications for every position that they post. This creates a mountain of reading that recruiters just cannot do. Often, computers read your resume first and rate it based on how relevant …
August 27, 2018
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Focus Your Job Search “So…what do you do?” Don’t you hate that question? You get it at parties, you get it at job fairs, you even get it at the dentist! I don’t know about you, but I’m a lot more than just my work. If I’m a job seeker, though, my resume is not the place to tell you who I am. Employers get hundreds (sometimes thousands) of applications for every position that they post. This creates a mountain of reading that recruiters just cannot do. Often, computers read your resume first and rate it based on how relevant …
June 6, 2018
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Dude, where’s my job? Job seeking advice for recent grads!
Looking for Work for Recent Graduates: So you’ve graduated—now what? Maybe you’ve moved out on your own or maybe you’re looking to. Maybe you’ve already got your foot in the door with an organization, or maybe you’re bussing tables to make ends meet. Fear not—employers are looking for energetic and enthusiastic young people like you who are ready to change the world! And there are tons or opportunities out there for the eager recent grad. 5 Tips to Get Started 1) Start somewhere: It may not be your dream job right away, but it helps get you there. Every …
May 30, 2018
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Best Job Hunting Websites in Austin
Top Job Hunting Websites for Austin Texas There are a lot of job hunting websites out there. We often get asked which are the best ones to use? Short answer: all of them. It is so easy to get your resume multiple places that you might as well. The bigger task then becomes managing all those resumes and the correspondence you may receive from recruiters. Here’s one recruiter’s take on the top job search websites for job seekers to get noticed in Austin, TX. ZipRecruiter ZipRecruiter has taken the hiring market by storm. They aggregate many millions of …
May 24, 2018
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Peak Performers Employee Appreciation Event: PEAKnic
PEAKnic 2018 On Thursday May 17th, 2018, Peak Performers celebrated their employee appreciation event, PEAKnic. Aside from the wordplay—there was much horseplay and balloons and painted faces and sidewalk chalk and sandwiches. What a party!
July 19, 2023
‘Ally’ Is a Verb: 8 Ways to Practice Allyship at Work
Fostering a company culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion has become essential for organizations and their employees. While diversity initiatives play a vital role in creating a more inclusive environment, what truly shapes workplace allyship is the collective actions and behaviors of every individual at work. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the workforce, this article can guide you on how you can actively practice Allyship at work. By embracing these strategies, you can contribute to a more equitable and harmonious workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. What is Allyship at Work? Allyship at work is the …
July 5, 2023
Virtual Interviews: Essential Tips and Tricks for Jobseekers
Video interviews have become commonplace in this era of remote work and virtual communication. If you’ve recently received an email inviting you to a virtual interview for your dream job, the anxiety of navigating the process may be overwhelming. However, by learning effective strategies for approaching these interviews, you can increase your chances of receiving the job offer. In this article, we discuss detailed tips that can help you excel in virtual interviews and make a lasting impression on prospective employers. 7 Powerful Virtual Interview Hacks That Works  Here are some virtual interview tips to help you land your next …
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 …
October 5, 2023
50 Years of Empowerment: Celebrating the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and NDEAM 2023
This year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) holds a special significance as we celebrate not only NDEAM but also …
March 13, 2023
Free Training and Learning with Metrix
Announcing Partnership with Metrix Learning Peak Performers is proud to announce a new partnership program with Metrix Learning and Workforce …
November 3, 2022
Employee of the Month Program
Peak Performers Employee of the Month At Peak Performers, we understand that recognizing our employees is key to their job …
October 20, 2022
Largest staffing agency in Austin award 2022
Peak Performers recognized in Austin 2nd largest staffing agency by hours billed Peak Performers Staffing Agency is pleased to announce …
August 22, 2022
2022 Peak Performers Employee of the Year
Employee of the Year Peak Performers is proud to announce our employee of the year award. This year we’re recognizing …
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 …
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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