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The Professional Life. In the simplest of meanings, it is the part of your day or week or year or entire life that you spend working to make a living. Everyone knows that the way you spend those hours of your day can very easily carry over into every other aspect of your life. Do you know someone lucky enough to love what they do to support themselves? That happiness, pride, and satisfaction doesn't just stop when they leave the office. It finds its...
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"One man with courage makes a majority." - Andrew Jackson
Whether you are about to begin a new job, undergo surgery, or ask your boss for a raise, possessing courage will help you face these battles. A Call for Courage contains more than 175 quotes from the presidents of the United States on the subject of courage.
"America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to the job at hand."...
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The good life. In its simplest form, it is what you wish for those you love and care about, as well as for yourself. But what is it? What's the prescription? The truth of the matter is that no doctor can prescribe a pill that will make every heart content. But through the words of extraordinary men and women who have achieved a level of greatness, we can glean insights into passion, dedication, and wisdom. So, for today's astute students of the good...
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On any given day, a man is faced with situations that demand a response. He runs into a friend who was recently fired... His date can't seem to pry herself away from a texting conversation during dinner... Someone at his gym routinely monopolizes the equipment... He finds himself in a nearly unintelligible conversation with a client who has a thick foreign accent. In each of these scenarios, there are distinct responses that can determine the outcome-for...
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This book in the series was written especially for boys ages 8-14, to teach them the basic skills every young man should have and every caregiver want him to have. Among the topics covered in this book are how to shake hands, how to make an introduction, what to do when you sneeze or cough, and how to use a napkin. It is written in a style that will appeal to young men of that age.
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A gentleman knows the importance of effectively expressing, in three or four sentences, his thanks for a gift or for a job interview, conveying his sympathy, or saying he is sorry. A Gentleman Pens a Note takes away the fear and discomfort a man experiences when faced with the task of writing a note by giving instruction and example in the proven style of the other GentleManners books.
A Gentleman Pens a Note contains examples of more than 40 different...
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Every culture has its own unique flavor profile woven into the fabric of its history and traditions. Deep in the South, food is the focal point of our memories, the centerpiece of every occasion. What began as a humble means of nourishment has evolved into a cultural art form embraced throughout the country. Born-and-bred Southern belle Devon O'Day reminisces her way through this rich collection of the region's signature dishes-sweet potato casserole,...
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This handsome calendar showcases aphorisms for each day of the week from the successful selling GentleManners books. Inside, two dates per page with a three-day weekend page display the week's appointments. Monthly dividers are sturdy, tabbed, feature the full month on the front, and on the back, feature month-appropriate sidebars that will educate readers.
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Let's get one thing straight. Clothes do not make the man... but they do make a difference. And regardless of whether we like the idea of appearances driving impressions, a man's exterior often is perceived as an indicator of what's happening on the interior. Fortunately, tasteful and appropriate dressing doesn't require inordinate amounts of time or money. Any man can hit the door in fine shape with only a little forethought and a bit of attention...
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Perhaps he's been asked to say a few words at his college roommate's engagement party. Maybe he's at a family cookout, toasting his sister's recent law school graduation. Have his parents reached a milestone anniversary that deserves a son's perspective? Is his professional mentor retiring after decades as a leader in his field? Throughout his adult life, a man encounters those occasions that depend on his ability to distill the emotions of the moment...
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A Gentleman Abroad provides basic and helpful information for any man traveling to the 40 most popular foreign travel destinations in the world. In addition to aphorisms and sidebars that make the books in the GentleManners series unique, this book contains 40 chapters, one for each destination. Within each chapter will be almanac data, charts on average monthly temperature, foreign size charts for shopping, time differences, embassy information,...
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Gain the knowledge you need to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world.
A Gentleman at the Table will give any man the knowledge he needs to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at his mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world. It includes. . .
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He may not have been dreaming of this magical day since childhood, but a groom's role in his wedding is as important as his bride's. This guide will shape even the most baffled groom into a well-mannered gentleman, from engagement party to reception and every blessed event in between. Authors John Bridges and Bryan Curtis even offer advice for every male member of the wedding party. Fathers, groomsmen, ring bearers, and guests, take note! Bridges...
15) 50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know Revised and Upated: What to Do, When to Do It, and Why
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50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know is a young man's guide to becoming the type of guy that people respect and enjoy. He knows how to shake hands. He knows how to be a good sport. He knows how to give a genuine compliment and how to speak his mind without being offensive. His friends listen to what he has to say, and he returns the favor. He knows how to achieve the perfect knot in a necktie, and more important, he knows when he should be...
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A concise guide to giving meaningful, appropriate toasts for virtually any occasion, from the author of How to Be a Gentleman.
“A Gentleman Raises His Glass” teaches how to prepare a toast for virtually any occasion, be it a wedding, a celebratory dinner, or any social celebration where a tribute would be welcome. It also tells the history of the toast, gives examples of the right and wrong things to say, and contains more than fifty aphorisms...
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In an ever-changing world, good manners never go out of style. These essential skills and tips will help you all aspects as you grow into womanhood.
Good manners are not just a quaint and old-fashioned concept. They're an essential aspect of every young lady's path to adulthood. It's safe to say that today's young woman is exposed to more opportunities than any generation of women in history, and these essential guidelines
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A Lady at the Table will give any woman the knowledge she needs to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at her mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world. It includes. . . How to set a tableHow to pronounce more than 100 different food namesHow to use obscure eating utensilsHow to perform the Heimlich maneuverHow to eat more than 25 foods that are challenging to eat gracefully such as...
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A Gentleman at the Table will give any man the knowledge he needs to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at his mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world. It includes... How to set a table How to pronounce more than 100 unusual food names How to use obscure eating utensils How to perform the Heimlich maneuver How to eat more than 25 foods that are challenging to eat gracefully such as...
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Here's a thought. Entertaining isn't just something that happens when the ladies decide to break out the good china. Any gentleman who enjoys the company of friends, a delicious meal, or a great drink should know how to host a gathering. So shove those frozen burritos out of the way and make some room in the freezer for your stainless steel ice bucket. It's time to entertain.John Bridges and Bryan Curtis have mapped out everything you need to know...