742 The Truth About Working with a Speaker Agent

This week, I’m sharing what it’s really like working with speaker agents and bureaus. Too many speakers think getting signed with an agent means they can sit back and wait for bookings to roll in, but that’s not how it actually works.

If you’ve been thinking that getting signed is the finish line, or wondering why your agent isn’t booking you, this episode will save you frustration and money.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What speaker agents actually do (and who they really work for)
• The 7 essential questions to ask before signing with any agent or bureau
• What to realistically expect when working with representation, and when you might not need an agent at all
• Red flags to watch out for in agent relationships
• How commission structures really work and impact your income