The solution is found in the practice of
         making connections and taking advantage of calling in those
         favors.  This large blue gentleman is a well-read,
         philosopher and scientist who I've collaborated with in the
         past.  We had a publication accepted to a major journal a
         few years back and I did the editing and proofing which
         leaves him owing me a favor.  Calling in that marker allowed
         me to save my partner's butt and turn the temper and large
         orange mass of The Thing over to Beast. Networking, folks. 
         It's an amazing tool.
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