Agents and Business Managers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, agents and business managers:

Have a high level of social contact. They spend a great deal of time on the phone and in face-to-face conversations with people.
Are responsible for the work done by assistants.
Often work as part of a team, usually with assistants and other agents or managers.
Occasionally deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people.
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Are sometimes placed in conflict situations during contract negotiations.

Work indoors in offices. They occasionally work outdoors at sporting events or outdoor performances.

Regularly make decisions that greatly impact the careers of their clients as well as their own. Agents and business managers get paid solely on commission.
Almost always act independently when making decisions.
Determine their daily tasks and goals without consulting anyone first.
Work in a very competitive atmosphere.
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Must meet strict daily and weekly deadlines.
Repeat the same mental activities.
Must be exact in their work. An error in contract language can have serious results.

Usually work a set schedule each week.
Travel a great deal while accompanying clients to performances, appearances, or negotiations.