Ten Essentials for Every Gentleman

Manners Maketh the Man

There comes a time in every young man's life when he must step beyond the shelter of home and face the world on his own. While academic degrees and skills will serve him well, how he carries himself in the world will often determine his success in all areas of life. If a man doesn’t understand proper etiquette and manners, he will be set back in his personal and professional dealings.

While many in today’s world may scoff at the idea of exercising proper etiquette, it’s undeniable that a basic understanding in this area will set a young man apart. Proper etiquette and manners is not about elitism or being better than others. On the contrary, it is about self-respect and respect for others.

Ultimately, understanding proper manners and etiquette will set a man at ease in most every situation and allow him to set others at ease as well. Below I have outlined ten rules of etiquette, manners, and grace that every gentleman should know before he walks into the world as his own man.