Jill is an established author. When she enters into contracts with her publisher or with bookstores and colleges to do readings, she has a person who acts on her behalf to obtain the best possible contract terms. The person who helps Jill with her contract terms is most likely

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In this scenario, the person who helps Jill obtain the best possible contract terms is her agent. An agency is a common business relationship created when one person acts on behalf of another and under that person's control. In an agency relationship, the principal is the one who wishes to have a specific task accomplished and the agent is the one who acts on behalf of the principal to accomplish the task.

Jill Is an Established Author