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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 10, 2024
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Why Inclusive Hiring Matters: A Strategic Approach to Bias-Free Hiring
The importance of diversity and building inclusive teams is a common conversation subject in recruitment. The advantages are clear: an …
January 3, 2024
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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. …
December 27, 2023
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8 Inclusive Hiring Practices You Need to Know in 2024
Inclusive hiring practices go beyond mere checkboxes. Discover nine hiring practices that can turn your recruitment from standard to inclusive.
December 20, 2023
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Is Your Compensation and Benefits Package Aligned with Your Needs?
Compensation and benefits are crucial to your lifestyle and your satisfaction. This article looks into the importance of compensation and benefits, providing ways to communicate and know if your compensation offers are enough. Let this guide help you align your benefits package with your personal needs and career goals. A Look at the State of Work Benefits Today A Pew Research Center survey on why US workers quit their jobs found that 43 percent of the respondents felt their benefits weren’t competitive.¹ It’s worth noting that in a survey by Mercer, 70 percent of large companies and 53 percent of …
December 13, 2023
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A Path to Unity: Celebrating December Holidays and Human Rights for a More Inclusive Year-Ender
Thanksgiving has passed, and there’s another celebration worth highlighting: Human Rights Day. This resource will discuss this monumental day and how it synergizes with holiday celebrations. Through this article, we hope you embrace various holidays that can be a powerful platform for promoting understanding and respect. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights The international community commemorates Human Rights Day every year on December 10. In 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This helps protect human rights, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, disability, and other statuses.¹ Here are the 30 articles listed in the …
December 6, 2023
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Wake Up Call: 8 Ways to Avoid Unconscious Bias in Hiring
Unconscious biases can sneak in without us knowing. While we want hiring to be fair, these biases can lead to …
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.
August 18, 2022
A Better Way to Online Job Search
Advice for Online Job Search The Problem with Indeed and Ziprecruiter Here’s how most people look for work these days: they scroll through Indeed or Ziprecriuter, apply for promising roles, and then keep scrolling endlessly. Most of the time, they never hear back. There is a better way to do your online job search. The problem with this technique is that most jobs posted online are not actually posted on these platforms. It costs companies hundreds or thousands of dollars to advertise jobs on these platforms. Companies, just like you or me, want to save money. In fact, many companies …
August 15, 2022
Video Resumes (and Video Cover Letters)
Tips for Video Resumes Everything you Wanted to Know about Video Cover Letters Video cover letters (sometimes called “video resumes” or even “video CV”) were pioneered by TikTok in 2021. Since then have seen more job seekers filming them, and more employers requesting the. A video cover letter can be great to put on your LinkedIn in order to help you “jump off the page” from your resume. In this article, we address some of the top questions about them. Also check out the video featuring Eliana De La Garza from Austin Community College sharing her thoughts on video cover …
August 12, 2022
Time is money while job searching
Even if You’re Unemployed… Your time is still valuable We all know the adage: “time is money.” But it’s easy to forget this if we’re not employed and not currently making any money. Furthermore, it’s painful to think about spending money/time on job seeking activities that don’t pan out. However, it’s critical that you approach your job seeking as though your time has a monetary value. Why This Matters: 1) Focus and productivity Thinking about your time as money means that you will focus harder on job seeking. Each time you submit a resume, scroll Indeed, and drive to an …
July 12, 2022
Showing them you want the job
Expressing your passion while looking for work Last week I was working with a job seeker who almost got declined for an interview, despite being incredibly well qualified. This was due to his not being overt about his desire to work at the organization. I had to convince the customer that he wanted to work for them. Sometimes a job is just a business arrangement where one party gets talent and the other gets a paycheck. However, many organizations view themselves in a more egalitarian light. (Here at Peak Performers Staffing Agency, passion for the mission is critical to getting a …
July 1, 2022
Don’t have a perfect resume?
Advice for getting a job (without a perfect resume) I’m a little jealous of my wife’s perfect resume. She’s known she’s wanted to be a children’s librarian since high school. When you look at her resume, she is the obvious choice candidate since all of her experience is applicable. When she first was applying for jobs as a children’s librarian in Austin, she got an interview for every two jobs she applied for. Most of our paths are not that linear. Most adults will switch careers 5.7 times according to Zippia. This can leave us feeling unqualified for the positions that …
April 21, 2022
Answering the Phone to Recruiter Calls
Answer the Phone to Recruiter Calls Many people dread phone calls. They will do just about everything to avoid phone calls, even if they’re looking for a job. But in the business world, the phone is still the go-to communication tool. That means if you’re looking for work, answer the phone. You should answer your phone when job hunting because it might be a recruiter phone call. Phone Etiquette for Recruiter Phone Calls and FAQs about Answering Recruiter Calls Question: If job hunting, do I need to answer an unknown or out-of-area number? Answer: You should absolutely answer unknown numbers. …
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 …
April 21, 2022
Best Staffing Agency Pflugerville
Finding the Best Staffing Agency Pflugerville Picking a top rated staffing agency in Pflugerville is important for both job seekers …
February 4, 2022
Top Rated Staffing Agencies in Austin
Picking the Best Staffing Agency Whether you’re a job seeker or an employer, picking a top rated staffing agency in Austin is key to your success. Staffing agencies are key partners. Here are some considerations to keep in mind to help you pick the top rated staffing agency. Staffing Agency Considerations Staffing Specialization When considering the best staffing agency, consider first your industry specialization. Many staffing firms will specialize in particular kinds of staffing. The leaders of these staffing firms often have experience recruiting for that industry and plenty of connections. Furthermore, the search process for an accountant or information …
September 30, 2021
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 …
February 5, 2020
Top Reasons Government Agencies Uses Temporary Workers
Why does the public sector use temporary staffing firms instead of hiring internally themselves? Let’s talk about that.
January 29, 2020
Practical Guide to Hiring People with Disabilities
In this article, we explore a “Practical Guide to Hiring People with Disabilities” that seeks to make hiring for people with disabilities less scary to employers. We talk about what is a disability (everything physical, mental, and emotional) and how workplace accommodations are often not the extensive business burden they’re often perceived to be.
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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