Manly Skills
A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.
- Robert A. Heinlein
By Nate Desmond on May 9, 2011
Although persistence can counteract deadweight goals to a point, the time will come when badly-crafted goals will overwhelm the most tenacious perseverance. Avoid this deadly trap by learning the six secrets of doable goals.
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By Guest Author on September 10, 2010
Learn how playing chess will help you plan better in this two-century-old article by Benjamin Franklin.
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By Nate Desmond on May 24, 2010
Tape is a versatile tool that can be used to complete temporary repairs, build electrical circuits, and complete innumerable other projects. Every man should own and use these five types of tape.
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By Nate Desmond on May 10, 2010
With the advent of computers, we have an excellent opportunity to save time. However, most people do not make full use of these amazing computers. These computer shortcuts will help you save even more time!
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By Nate Desmond on April 26, 2010
It is time that men today take up the historic activity of journaling and begin reaping the many benefits – such as improved writing skills, greater life focus, and stronger thinking abilities.
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By Nate Desmond on April 12, 2010
Every man should know how to solve a problem quickly, efficiently, and permanently. Unfortunately, problem solving is a rare skill that very few people possess. Follow these seven steps to make this skill yours.
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By Nate Desmond on April 6, 2010
Releasing, A Manly Manifesto! In this free, thirty-three page manifesto, you will learn seventeen of the distinguishing traits of manly men.
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By Nate Desmond on March 29, 2010
Manly debate is an activity which few modern men understand. Once a common interest of all Americans, true debate has been confused and discouraged. However, this does not need to be the result of all debates.
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By Nate Desmond on March 15, 2010
Every man should be able to write an organized, logical, and persuasive essay. Though essay writing may at first seem overwhelmingly difficult, practice can make it become easy and natural.
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By Nate Desmond on March 1, 2010
One important mark of a gentleman is a strong grasp of the English language. Unfortunately, many men today do not understand English fully, and, therefore, make basic mistakes in speech and writing which undermine their influence and expertise.
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