Everything you need for agency intro calls

Follow these steps to prepare for productive agency calls.
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Prep your questions

Here are questions to consider — to ensure a perfect agency match.

Agency Capabilities

Deliverables + Budget

The Partnership

EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
Have you worked with brands in our industry?
What makes your agency stand out?
What are your core capabilities?
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EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
What are the deliverables within your estimate?
What does your timeline look like?
Can we craft a scope that fits into our ideal budget?
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EXAMPLE QUESTIONS
Who will be our primary point of contact?
When are you able to get started?
What are next steps?
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Agency Capabilities
Have you worked with brands in our industry?
What makes your agency stand out?
What are your core capabilities?
Deliverables + Budget
What are the deliverables within your estimate?
What does your timeline look like?
Can we craft a scope that fits into our ideal budget?
The Partnership
Who will be our primary point of contact?
When are you able to get started?
What are next steps?

Review meeting agenda

Here’s what to cover during your agency calls.
1.
Welcome + Intros
Set the tone for the call — exchange intros and agree on an agenda.
2.
The Project
Discuss the project scope and align on budget, timing and goals.
3.
The Partnership
Discuss what a working relationship would look like — from team to communication.
4.
Next Steps
Open the conversation for questions and align on next steps.

Tips for a successful meeting

Things to keep in mind during (and after) your agency calls.

Test Your Tech

Make sure your Zoom account is updated, your laptop is charged and your internet connection is strong.

Be Polished + Professional

First impressions count! Be on time, prepared and in front of a laptop or desktop.

Set Context

Share any details that may not be included in your project scope or known by the agencies.

Align on Vision

Be clear about what success means to your team and what you expect from this partnership.

Ask Questions

Get into the details and ask about the agencies, their approach, their teams and their workflow.

Clear Next Steps

Discuss next steps and make sure you know what to expect following your meetings.

Frequently asked questions

How long is each agency call?

Each call is scheduled for 45 minutes. This gives your teams enough time to get to know one another and dive deeper into the details of your project.

What if I need to reschedule a call?

If you need to reschedule an agency intro — no worries! Sign into your Breef Dashboard to update your availability and the agency will reschedule their call accordingly.

Will the Breef Team be present on the call?

The Breef Team will not be present on your intro calls. We'll check in after to hear how it went and share next steps!

What can I expect after the call?

Your shortlisted agencies will follow up with next steps based on your discussions. We're here to help request any materials and coordinate follow-up calls as you work towards your decision!

Do I need to prepare anything?

Make sure to review your agency pitches, the meeting agenda, and Breef’s Intro Call Overview ahead of your calls. Come prepared with any questions you'd like to ask the agencies.

We’re here to help

Please reach out with any questions. We’re here to support at every step!
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