10 Steps To Being A Better Man

I apologize in advance to all of my female readers but this one is geared towards men. Women, if you agree or disagree or have any other suggestions, please leave them in the comments.

This guide is pretty basic but it’s 10 simple things every man can do to better his life. I plan on writing several of these about individual topics so this one is going to be broad and rather generic.

10 Steps To Being A Better Man

1. Find your signature cocktail. Every great man from James Bond to Jeff “The Dude” Lebowski has his signature drink that he orders at a bar. It’s cool, it’s classy, and chicks dig it. It makes you look not only smart and sophisticated but it also makes you appear like you have your shit together and that my friends is paramount to anything else. Pick your favorite spirit and base your drink around that. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just something you enjoy and something everyone will know how to make. Need help choosing a drink? Check out this cocktail guide from arguably the best bar in New York City: PDT – The PDT Cocktail Book

2. Get a pair of basic black or dark wash denim jeans. No embroidered pockets, not ankle flair. Get Em, wear Em, make them yours. Make sure they stay dark and don’t fade. Scratches, rips, and the worn in look are ok and highly encouraged but try to keep the color fresh.

3. Always open doors for women. Also, wait until THEY exit the elevator before you get off. Chivalry never goes out of style.

4. There is nothing wrong with facial hair. For some men, it makes them. Just make sure to keep it beat and orderly. Buy a simple trimmer if you need it. Check out this one: Braun Cruzer

5. Get a signature smell. Buy a cologne that complements you and smells great. Not sure what to buy? Go to a store and have a sales associate help you sample different scents. There are even bespoke options available through most luxury brands like Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren, and others. Do lots of research and find something you AND other people are comfortable with. If you need help, bring a girl along with you and ask for her advice. The best way to leave your calling card with a girl is your scent on her. Girls love that.

6. Get some Kiehls Menfor your skin and Bumble and Bumble products for your hair and body. Anything else is a waste of cabinetry space and it will make you look like you’re trying out for project runway. Less is more!

7. Get in shape. Seriously, get in fucking shape. Need immediate help and don’t know where to start. Try this: The 4-Hour Body: An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat-Loss, Incredible Sex, and Becoming Superhuman

8. Always bring something to a party. Doesn’t matter if it’s football with your boys or dinner with your girls parents. ALWAYS bring something. People remember things like this and a gesture like this goes a long way. Asses the situation and buy accordingly. With friends? How about a sixer of quality beer for the host. Girlfriends parents? Nice bottle of wine or something artisan from Trader Joes. Just don’t be a jackass and show up empty handed.

9. Read. This is easy. Just read. Read fiction and non fiction books, magazines that aren’t Maxim, the classics, newspapers, anything. Stay informed, stay cultured, stay in the know. Check out my Recommended Reading Guide for some suggestions.

10. Don’t be an asshole. Ever. Despite what Tucker Max tells you, don’t ever be an asshole. EVER!

There you go. 10 very simple and (nearly) cost free steps to get out in the path to becoming a better man or human being.

Do you have anything suggestions or tips? Feel free to add them in the comments and I’ll add them to the next list.

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