“To have somebody question who you are and why they should care about what you do is a horrible situation to be in.”

“Finding ways to build your credibility comes down to: A) Visibility, or how large of an opportunity it is, and B) Edification, the quality of endorsement you are receiving.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“Titles, regardless of the length of time that you’ve held them, contribute to your credibility.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“A positive track record vindicates you of third-party concerns and validates your ambitions and capabilities.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“Pay-to-win tactics are representative of the fact you are not good enough; otherwise, why would you have to convince others to pay attention using your dollars?”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“In many cases, credibility is automatically built as more people know about you but those numbers will only get you so far. Sure, you can have a couple thousand or a couple of million, but what’s more important is how much those who follow you, trust you.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition

“Like you have a reputation, so does every other person or brand you associate yourself with.”

Isaac Mashman · The Manifesto, Second Edition