Manners and etiquette may go hand in hand like peanut butter and jelly, but the two terms are more distinct than you might realize. One is a set of rules closely associated with cultural and social norms while the other is a direct reflection of your character and your authentic self. Understanding the differences between manners and etiquette will...
Now that you have entered the restaurant, there are certain rules of etiquette that every gentleman should follow. Some are more obvious than others. In this article we discuss a handful of them and how to utilize them effectively so you and your company can have a worry-free dining experience. If you have not read part I of our restaurant etiquett...
The term 'gentleman' has evolved from what most people imagine when they hear the term. While the picture of the well-dressed man with the perfect chiseled jaw and smooth as silk voice may be the most popular image of a gentleman, it's what's on the inside that counts. A man cannot be a gentleman unless he acts like one. Dressing well is important,...
In today's modern world, informal greetings and screen time have increased drastically. We spend more time answering emails and texts than we do interacting with people face-to-face. So you may be asking yourself, "why should I even bother learning about etiquette and manners? They're outdated." Here's Why: There's more to manners and etiquet...
The term "perfect gentleman" is thrown around quite often in circles with both men and women who fantasize about sweeping someone off their feet or being swept off their feet, respectively. The person of their dreams who is everything they ever wanted and more; well spoken, perfect physique, flawless smile, gets along with their friends, and can sa...
Are you a gentleman? Should all men aspire to be gentlemen? Shouldn't men be whoever they want to be? Yes. And yes. A bit contradictory, I know. Some claim both chivalry and gentlemen are dead in the modern world. While both are less popular than they were in the past due to evolving social norms, they are far from extinct. While our modern world h...
