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How to Make a Great First Impression

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

Making Guy Friends as a Man: Male Friendship 101

Men are generally pretty bad at making friends—at least with other guys. Especially as we get older, men often have fewer close... Read More

How to Make Small Talk Without Feeling Small

Mastering the art of small talk Oh that awkward moment, when you first talk to someone you don't know. Trying to make small... Read More

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How to Tame Your Anxiety | Dr. Loretta Breuning

Learning to master your fundamental brain chemicals to break negative thought patterns and improve your outlook on life…. Read More

Bob Kulhan: The Art of Business Improv

Improv isn’t just about comedy. Becoming a skilled improvisor can be a huge asset in business, not to mention other high-stakes environments like sports, combat, and even in social situations…. Read More

How to Stop Saying “Um”, “Like”, and Other Filler Words

Everybody uses filler words occasionally. I’m definitely guilty of it myself! You’ll even hear big celebrities like David Letterman or Terri Gross… Read More

Mike Yarbrough: Why You Need a Community of Men

How “iron sharpens iron” and why you’ll never reach your full potential without surrounding yourself with men who challenge and support you…. Read More

Why You Should Plan an Annual Guy’s Trip

Scheduling a regular “mancation” with your guy friends may be just what you need to maintain those friendships, recharge…and preserve your sanity…. Read More

Should You Hire a Coach?

Coaching is all the rage these days, but could you actually benefit from hiring a men’s coach? Here’s what you need to know first. … Read More

Dave Stuart Jr: Taming the Fear of Public Speaking

Today on the podcast, we talk with Dave Stuart Jr. about how to overcome the fear of public speaking and develop your presentation skills. … Read More

Networking 101: How to Be The Master Of Any Room

Making professional connections doesn’t have to be hard. Here’s what you need to know to get you started.
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Chris Voss: Lessons from a Master Negotiator

Former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss shares some of the secrets to effective negotiation…. Read More

Body Talk: How to Master Nonverbal Communication

Communication is about SO much more than words!
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Myke Macapinlac: Social Confidence Mastery

Social dynamics specialist Myke Macapinlac talks about how to improve your social confidence even if you’ve never felt comfortable putting yourself out there…. Read More

How to Be More Assertive (Without Being a Jerk)

When you can confidently speak up for yourself, other people have more respect for you. More importantly, you respect yourself…. Read More

36 Classic Sayings Every Man Should Know

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

5 Classic Things That Are Still Better the Old Fashioned Way

Have you noticed how we always celebrate new technologies and novel ways of doing things? Change is exciting. But after that excitement… Read More

Lizzie Post: Etiquette in the 21st Century

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

How to Make a Great First Impression

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

008: How to Be More Charismatic Around Women | Sarah Jones

Charisma. That indefinable, magnetic quality when people are drawn to you because of your presence, your energy, and your confidence. On today’s… Read More

006: Building Your Network Through Genuine Relationships | John Corcoran

Some people hate the idea of “networking.” But regardless of what you call it, it’s clear that building strong relationships and connections… Read More

003: The Art of Self-Promotion | AJ Harbinger

We all want to be appreciated for who we are, but sometimes the idea of talking about ourselves our touting our accomplishments… Read More

8 Ways to Shake a Lady’s Hand Without Crushing It (From Her)

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

Effortless Thank You Notes: 5 Templates and Tools to Help Automate Your Gratitude

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

6 Ways to Politely End a Conversation

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

How To Text Like A Gentleman

This is a guest post by Claudia Cox, creator of Text Weapon. There was an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond on the… Read More

Guy’s Night Refined: A Man’s Guide to Entertaining at Home

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

How to Overcome Shyness Around Women: 14 Experts Share Their Tips

How do you feel when you approach a woman you’re interested in?  Confident? Smooth? …Or does shyness get the best of you?… Read More

How to Build Self-Confidence When Nothing is Going Your Way

This is a guest post by Nathan Adlam of Social Sage. Here’s the situation. You’ve got a hot date tonight. You will… Read More

Minding Manners: Why Etiquette is Important With Tamiko Zablith

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

Making Guy Friends as a Man: Male Friendship 101

Men are generally pretty bad at making friends—at least with other guys. Especially as we get older, men often have fewer close… Read More

How to Make Small Talk Without Feeling Small

Mastering the art of small talk Oh that awkward moment, when you first talk to someone you don’t know. Trying to make small… Read More

24 Ways to Be a “Memorable” Houseguest During the Holidays

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

How to Inscribe a Book

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

A/B Testing a Best Man’s Speech

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

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