How A Tier Hire Compares
Not all recruiting is the same. Here’s how the three main options stack up for a small business hiring for a $70,000 role.
| A Tier Hire | Traditional Agency | Do-It-Yourself | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Flat $3,500 | $14,000–$21,000 (20–30%) | Free + your time |
| Guarantee | 90-day replacement | 30 days (if any) | None |
| Time to fill | 2–3 weeks | 3–6 weeks | 4–8 weeks |
| Long-term contract | No | Sometimes | N/A |
| Local team | Dublin, OH | Often offshore or outsourced | N/A |
| What you get | Hand-picked candidates, Screened, and interview-ready | Resume drop | Admin burden |