Every performer would love to be represented by an agent who is dedicated, powerful, and willing to invest limitless time on the client’s behalf. This may not always be an attainable goal, particularly when you are new in the Business. Certainly no reputable agent will really want to sign a client whose work he or she doew not know and appreciate, or whose potentioal he or she doesn’t feel strongly about.
You and the agent should be clear with each other about the contacts you are expected to make on your own. Be realistic. There will naturally be greater incentive for the agency to make phone calls on behalf of a client whose earnings may be ten times what you can command at present. therefor, it is smart business practive for you to continue your independent efforts to make yourself known to the potential buyers of your talents. The fruits of your own efforts will affect the representation you get down the road.
