“I am not suggesting that you must run a background check or hire a private investigator to look into every single person you come across, but if you have a gut feeling or hold previous information, exercise caution in how close of a relationship you build with them.”

“Build your credibility by associating with entertainers or with those in contrasting fields; you would be amazed at what conversations arise from talking with someone of perceived unlikeness.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“If you want more introductions, lean into your credentials and create peace of mind.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“You want to be the person that others want to collaborate with because they know and have an expectation in their mind of potential outcomes.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“You are going into the conversation with a stranger and by introduction are leaving a vetted figure.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“How can you expect others to support you when up until this point you haven't given them any reason to?”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“Every time you're out in public and take a photo with somebody you meet, you are now associated with them forever.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition