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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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March 2, 2016

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References Available Upon Request

Crafting a resume? Unsure about handling references? Get expert guidance to navigate this crucial step with confidence.

February 11, 2016

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Post-interview: Now what…

What to Do After an Interview? You walk out of your interview feeling great. You were nicely dressed, well-spoken, and answered every question spot-on. What do you do now? Tips for Following Up After an Interview The next day, send a brief email to the person who interviewed you. If it’s a high-level job, a physical card in the mail would be even better. Whether it’s an email or a physical note, here’s what it should cover: Thank you for meeting with me I enjoyed learning x, y, and z about your company I am excited about this role Thank you again …

February 2, 2016

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Wellness

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 …

January 25, 2016

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Are you a stranger or an acquaintance?

Being Friendly to Expand your Connections Recently, I heard about a rule that the Mariott hotels make their employees live by. It’s call the 10 and 5 Staff Rule. It’s a pretty straightforward rule: if a guest passes within 10 feet of an employee, the employee is required to make eye contact and smile in a friendly way. If a guess passes within 5 feet, the employee must also greet the guest. Imagine: what would your life look like if you lived by this rule? Expanding your Network Studies and surveys have repeatedly found that the key to getting a job …

December 31, 2015

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Disability awareness

Invisible Disabilities

Invisible Disabilities Recently, I was reading through a comment section below an article about what it’s like living with a disability. One contributor offered this example scenario: Scenario 1: A blind person is in a store. Through an mistake in their cane technique, they accidentally break a piece of merchandise Scenario 2:A person suffering from PTSD is in a store. They smell a cologne that was the same their attacker wore. They become very upset and accidentally break a piece of merchandise Who do you think the store owner will be more sympathetic toward? It might sound pessimistic, but my bet …

December 31, 2015

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Resume header: Your professional email address

Email Address: Part of your Professional Image One of the most common resume mistakes we see is with email addresses. Your email address is just one of the many elements that can contribute to your professional image. Certain e-mail addresses do not convey professionalism: Hotmama78@hotmail.com or Benchpress247@yahoo.com, for example. Aside from a professional-sounding address, for consistency of personal branding, I recommend an email address that closely matches the name on your resume. This kind of address has the added bonus of always being recognizable; it takes the guesswork out of a contact list. Common Email Mistakes Certain details that should not …

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

November 4, 2022

Careers are not always linear

Hiring for humans, not machines Disability hiring starts with considering all applicants There are certain patterns you can see in a resume that signal someone is dealing with a disability. Each resume leaves us hints about life events and perhaps what someone is currently going through. Each resume tells a story both in what is included as well as what is omitted. To be more inclusive in hiring people with disabilities, pause to dig into these resumes further. Resumes we see on a regular basis: A person is seeking employment after a 5 year employment gap. Perhaps they are recovering …

October 13, 2022

Everything you know about disability inclusion is WRONG

Everything you Know about Disability Inclusion is WRONG Summary of Event Everything You Know about Disability Inclusion is WRONG! In …

September 2, 2022

Disability Inclusion Starts With You

You Must be Part of the Change Making Meaningful Change to Disability Inclusion and Hiring After explaining Peak Performers Staffing Agency mission of hiring people with disabilities to a new person, I experience a range of emotional reactions ranging from enthusiasm to curiosity to indifference. But my least favorite reaction is… “Well, good for you. I’m glad someone is helping those people.” While this seems like a benign statement, what is often implied here is “someone else is helping people with disabilities so I don’t have to.” Furthermore, the speaker usually makes it pretty clear in the statement that they …

August 25, 2022

Labels for people with disabilities

Labels matter Respecting what people call themselves It can sometimes be confusing when a group of people start calling themselves something different and ask you to do the same. Language changes and so too does cultural norms and the labels applied to people. Over time, we have seen people with disabilities (as well as other minorities) change what they prefer to be called. Once we used the word “handicapped.” Now many prefer to use the words “person with a disability” so as to put the person before their disability. Once we referred to people as having “shell shock.” This has …

August 19, 2022

People with invisible disabilities are everywhere

Empathy for invisible disabilities Not all disabilities are visible The other day, I was having a conversation and a person. The conversation turned to our mission and they said “I don’t see your disability–it can’t be that bad.” To which, I wanted to reply “Well, that’s great but I have to live with it.” Some people without disabilities struggle to recognize the significance and impact of invisible and hidden disabilities. After all, if we can’t see it, can it really be all that bad? Invisible disabilities are very real The first thing to realize is that invisible disabilities are very, …

August 12, 2022

Asking People About their Disability

Curiosity is Not the Problem Asking People About Their Disabilities Have you ever wondered: – How a wheelchair user drives …

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.

February 27, 2017

Sneak Peak: Featuring Darwin H.

Past Employee Showcase Welcome to the inaugural post of Sneak Peak, an on-going series highlighting the career path of one of our former associates – how they got started, what they’re doing now and what advice they have for current job seekers in Austin. Our Peak recruiters ran into Darwin. recently at a local community meeting. In a city becoming synonymous with gentrification and displacement, Darwin is a 5th generation Austinite. He is also an active volunteer, community leader and board member for several local civic organizations. Darwin was gracious enough to share a glimpse of his journey in his …

February 21, 2017

7 questions to ask in your next job interview

What Should You Ask During an Interview? Most job seekers understand the importance of asking good questions during the interview. Not only is it essential to come prepared with answers, but it’s also critical to ask the right questions. Your inquiries communicate a lot about who you are and what your expectations are for the position. By asking genuine and engaging questions, you’re showing the interviewer that you actually care about the position, the company, and how you might be able to contribute. Think of the questions you ask as being statements that can help set you apart from competing …

February 9, 2017

What to wear to your Austin interview

Tips for Dressing for your Interview According to the Austin Business Journal, there are an estimated 157.2 people moving to our area every single day. Central Texas has been one of the fastest growing regions of the US for many years. More and more people are drawn to Austin’s growing economy, laid-back atmosphere and mild winter weather. We’re also proud to be ranked 2017’s best place to live by the ubiquitous assessors at US News & World Report. If you’re new to our beautiful city, we feel confident you’ll assimilate quickly. With so many fresh job seekers from other parts of …

January 30, 2017

5 tips to make the most of your next job fair

Advice for Attending Job Fairs Job fairs can either be an incredible networking opportunity or an incredible waste of time. Like most aspects of the job search, thorough preparation and strategic follow-up are crucial to success. Also, many job fairs have moved online with Covid-19–that said, you should still prepare for them the same way you would with in-person networking events. Here’s how to make the most of your next event: Come prepared. Once you find out what companies will be present, do some additional research to help prioritize the ones you’d like to target. Don’t waste your time talking …

January 16, 2017

What are you doing for others?

Giving Back The title of this post comes from a quote by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, spoken to an audience in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1957, and often repeated throughout his life’s work. Dr. King is widely remembered for leading a radical, nonviolent civil-rights movement that rippled across the world. Today we commemorate his life in the same way he lived it, by giving back to others. Volunteering in our community is an obvious way to give back, but there are also substantial benefits for job seekers. Service opportunities can be an additional way to increase your network, keep your …

January 2, 2017

Networking your way through the new year

Tips for Networking Happy New Year from all of us at Peak Performers employment agency! It’s the start of another rotation around the sun, and many people are full of resolutions — to eat healthier, to exercise more, and maybe even to make the world a slightly better place. My guess is that most of you haven’t thought much about networking. Schmoozing can seem intimidating for some, but we’ve got a few unconventional tips to help you excel in your job search and perhaps be a better person in the process. Get to know your neighbors. According to a report …

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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