{"id":356,"date":"2022-07-07T13:37:10","date_gmt":"2022-07-07T18:37:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poweredbyperformance.net\/?page_id=356"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:46:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T19:46:43","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.poweredbyperformance.net\/staging\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ&#8217;s"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_post_title_0 et_pb_post_title et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_title_container\"><h1 class=\"entry-title\">FAQ\u2019s<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone et_flex_column_24_24_phoneWide et_flex_column_24_24_tabletWide et_flex_column_24_24_widescreen et_flex_column_24_24_ultraWide\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What does Powered by Performance do?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We handle the full recruiting cycle for your agency. This includes sourcing candidates, managing job postings, screening applicants, conducting interviews (depending on your package), and helping guide you through the hiring process from start to finish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What types of roles can you help us hire for?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p style=\"padding-bottom: 1em;\">We support a wide range of roles including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sales (licensed or unlicensed)<\/li>\n<li>Service team members<\/li>\n<li>Full-time and part-time roles<\/li>\n<li>In-office, remote, and hybrid positions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What\u2019s the difference between Gold and Platinum packages?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Both packages include sourcing, job posting management, and candidate screening.<\/p>\n<p>Platinum goes further by offering:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Formal interviews and role-play evaluations<\/li>\n<li>Reference checks<\/li>\n<li>Candidate coaching and prep<\/li>\n<li>Hiring recommendations and consultation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Gold is more streamlined, while Platinum is a fully hands-on recruiting partnership.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Do you guarantee hires?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We don\u2019t guarantee a specific number of hires. However, we do guarantee consistent effort in sourcing and presenting qualified candidates.<\/p>\n<p>We also offer a <strong>placement guarantee<\/strong> if certain conditions are met (see below).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is your placement guarantee?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>If you do not hire a candidate during the initial 6-month term, and you\u2019ve actively participated in the process, we will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Waive the placement fee on your first hire after the term<\/li>\n<li>Provide one additional month of service at no cost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This applies as long as job postings remain active, feedback is timely, and hiring expectations are reasonable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How quickly do I need to respond to candidates?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We ask for feedback within <strong>24 business hours<\/strong> after candidate submission.<\/p>\n<p>Fast feedback is critical to securing top talent and is also required to maintain eligibility for the placement guarantee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_6 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How much does it cost?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Gold Package:<\/strong> $350\/month<\/li>\n<li><strong>Platinum Package:<\/strong> $500\/month<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There is also a <strong>placement fee of 2.5% of the candidate\u2019s annual base salary<\/strong> (minimum $1,000) once you hire a candidate we introduced.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_7 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When do placement fees apply?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>A placement fee applies if you hire a candidate introduced by us within <strong>12 months of their initial introduction<\/strong>, even if the hire occurs after your agreement ends.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_8 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What happens if I don\u2019t move forward with a candidate?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>If you decline a candidate or don\u2019t respond within 24 hours, we reserve the right to present that candidate to other agencies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_9 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can I hire a candidate directly without paying a fee?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>No. Any candidate introduced by Powered by Performance is protected under a <strong>non-circumvention agreement for 12 months<\/strong>, meaning placement fees still apply.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_10 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are my responsibilities as a client?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>To get the best results, we ask that you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep job postings active<\/li>\n<li>Provide timely feedback<\/li>\n<li>Participate in interviews<\/li>\n<li>Offer competitive compensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are key to attracting and securing strong candidates.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_11 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long is the agreement?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><ul>\n<li>Initial term: <strong>6 months<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>After that: month-to-month with 30 days\u2019 notice to cancel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_12 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Do you guarantee employee performance?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We provide thoroughly vetted candidates, but we cannot guarantee employee performance, retention, or long-term outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_13 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What makes Powered by Performance different?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We don\u2019t just send resumes. We act as a true recruiting partner by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding your agency culture<\/li>\n<li>Pre-qualifying candidates through structured interviews<\/li>\n<li>Providing insights and recommendations<\/li>\n<li>Saving you time so you can focus on running your business<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_14 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Does the agreement automatically renew?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Yes. 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