How to Build While You Wait with Power's Andrew D Manning

In this soul-stirring episode of The Actor’s Instrument, host Hassiem Muhammad sits down with actor, model, and creative entrepreneur Andrew D. Manning (Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) for a candid conversation about resilience in the face of rejection, reinvention during dry spells, and staying grounded when the industry gets loud. Andrew opens up about: How losing major agency representation (A3) led to a “divine pivot” in his career Why all of his TV credits—including Madam Secretary—were guest stars (even with just two lines!) His approach to storytelling in acting and fashion with his brand A Dangerous Mind (ADM) The struggle to stay motivated between bookings—and what finally gave him peace Why embracing other creative identities (like modeling and directing) made him a better actor This episode is a masterclass in moving with intention, betting on yourself, and redefining what success really looks like in your 30s. If you’ve ever questioned your path, this one’s for you. If you've read this far-please consider liking this episode and giving us a follow!