Pre-vetted Talent Marketplace

A hiring platform called Shepherd that connects businesses with pre-vetted international talent, particularly from the Philippines and Latin America, using a one-time finder's fee model instead of ongoing monthly fees.

Key Points:

• Business Model:

  • One-time finder's fee for successful hires
  • No ongoing monthly charges unlike competitors who charge 3x markup
  • Direct hiring relationship between company and employee
  • Local office and recruiters in the Philippines for vetting

• Service Offering:

  • Pre-screened international candidates
  • Background checks and filtering
  • Present 5 qualified candidates to clients
  • Focus on Philippines and Latin America talent pools

• Target Roles:

  • Personal assistants
  • Customer support
  • Data analysis
  • Design
  • Technical roles
  • Marketing specialists

• Competitive Advantages:

  • More cost-effective than US hiring (10x cheaper)
  • More sustainable than monthly markup models
  • Boots on ground for local recruiting
  • High-quality talent verification
  • Word-of-mouth growth through satisfied customers

• Cost Structure for Clients:

  • Philippines talent typically costs:
    • $800-1000/month for entry roles
    • $2500-3000/month for specialized roles
  • One-time finder's fee vs competitor's ongoing 3x monthly markup

• Growth Strategy:

  • Focus on word-of-mouth marketing
  • Partner with influencers who can validate the service
  • No direct marketing spend
  • Build reputation through successful placements