# A warm introduction, without the awkwardness

An introduction is a small act of trust. Check that both people want it before you connect them.

## Ask the first person

> Hey [name] — I know a founder working on [brief context]. They’re hoping to speak with someone about [specific topic]. Your experience with [relevant connection] came to mind. Would you be open to an introduction? Completely fine if timing isn’t right.

## Get a forwardable note

Ask the founder for a short paragraph: who they are, what they’re building, why this conversation is relevant, and the specific ask. Don’t add private information they haven’t agreed to share.

## Make the introduction after both say yes

> [Name], meet [founder]. [One sentence of context.]
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> [Founder], meet [name]. [Why their experience is relevant.]
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> You both mentioned being open to talking about [topic], so connecting you here. I’ll let you take it from here.

## Close the loop

The founder should follow up promptly. The connector doesn’t need to chase the conversation. A short thank-you and an update later are enough.

This works for customer, hiring, peer, and investor introductions. Being introduced does not imply an endorsement or promise of an outcome.