David Coggins: Men and Manners
David Coggins shares why manners are still very much relevant—and maybe even more critical in today’s day and age…. Read More
A Grown Man’s Guide to Living Well
Actionable Advice for the Everyday Gentleman
The skills and knowledge a man needs to behave like a refined gentleman.
David Coggins shares why manners are still very much relevant—and maybe even more critical in today’s day and age…. Read More
We don’t magically become wise and responsible men as soon as we reach a certain age. Here are the signs that a man is true to himself and living with integrity…. Read More
These adages, proverbs, and aphorisms are full of manly wisdom, and are just as relevant today as they were a hundred years ago. … Read More
Have you noticed how we always celebrate new technologies and novel ways of doing things? Change is exciting. But after that excitement… Read More
Some people think etiquette and manners are a thing of the past, old stodgy rules for rules’ sake. But that couldn’t be… Read More
You’ve heard it before: you never get a second chance to make a first impression. It seems kind of unfair, doesn’t it?… Read More
When you hear the words “table manners” you may just think of arbitrary rules for rules’ sake. But at their core, manners are… Read More
My parents had just returned from a three-week trip to Cuba. All I asked for was a cigar. So when they pulled… Read More
As men, sometimes we get caught up in the daily business of life, and we forget that being called a gentleman is… Read More
Editor’s note: this is a guest post by Claudia Cox. Do you get nervous about shaking a woman’s hand? You’re probably not… Read More
I’m not going to lie, I don’t have a perfect record when it comes to sending thank you notes. But, like many… Read More
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a conversation you couldn’t get out of? You’re at a party or an event, having a conversation,… Read More
This is a guest post by Claudia Cox, creator of Text Weapon. There was an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond on the… Read More
So, you’re having your buddies over. A night to ditch the lady-friends and have some fun with the guys at your place…. Read More
Holidays are a time to see family, veg out, watch football, and most of all, to eat until we’re stuffed…then eat more once… Read More
When you hear the phrase “proper etiquette,” you might think of stuffy rules and traditions…that are only meaningful to people who live in estates in… Read More
What is the definition of a gentleman? A man who’s polite and dresses well? A man who knows how to carry himself… Read More
When you stay at someone’s house for the holidays, you’re generally going to be a topic of conversation. Before your visit and especially after… Read More
Planning a perfect cocktail party doesn’t have to be complicated. The essential components to a great cocktail party are: good people, good drinks, and good… Read More
Do you ever pull a book off your shelf, crack it open, and find an old inscription written by the person who gave it… Read More
“Seven years bad sex!” Say what? I’m not generally a superstitious person, but when I heard that my ears perked up. I… Read More
If you think you’re already a gift-giving ninja, you can stop reading right now. But if you’re like the rest of us… Read More
Whether you are a cigar connoisseur or a first timer, choosing the right cigar for your palate is extremely important. Walking into… Read More
There are a handful of moments in life you can point to and say, “Ah yes, that’s when I really learned about… Read More
Have you ever worried you might be crappy at poker because you have a lousy poker face and you wear your emotions… Read More
Everyone wants to be “that guy” at the restaurant. The guy who looks at a wine list, confidently surveys his choices, and… Read More
Poker is a fascinating game. It’s not just reckless gambling in the way that casino games like blackjack are. It involves skill,… Read More