Though I think the survey would have more "would pay Zero, or move towards some different "results oriented" (by the employment firm) options. I'm not sure what this is for, obviously, and not my business but, my experience with search firms that were either "employee paid" (or that was an option) were probably the worst of any that I've had. And i've worked for a lot of consulting companies, and in the old days temp agencies. Anyway... not a big deal, but, bottom line is, I don't waste times with any kind of placement firm, no matter the variety unless they have a position available immediately that might be a good fit... Don't want to start a discussion on that... but... in this economy, I'm not paying anyonw to find me a job I might only have for a short time.