17 Things Every Man Should Know

Appalled! That's how I feel after meeting a great deal of today's young male adults (people under 40). I can not tell you how many times I see ties tied incorrectly on gentleman while I'm enjoying one of my favorite cocktails at Jilly's in Chicago. These guys tie their ties with knots that are either too small or too big for their lapel style or body type. Another thing that I have noticed is men who have no idea how to properly light a cigar.
Every now and then I visit a cigar lounge with a few of the boys and I always see someone incorrectly cut and light their cigar. In fact it had happened today and that is what inspired me to write this blog post. These are the 17 things I feel every man should know. My original list is just over 50 items but these 17 things, as I feel, are the top of the group.

1. Tie a tie.
2. Tell a joke.
3. Recite at least one poem from memory.
4. Understand and practice chivalry.
5. What type of Jewelry to wear.
6. Point north at anytime of the day.
7. Know your role models.
8. Shake hands.
9. Shuffle a deck of cards.
10. Smoke a cigar.
11. Sharpen a knife or any type of blade.
12. Grill
13. Wine etiquette.
14. Name a book that matters.
15. Mix a drink.
16. Always have a unique beer on hand in your bar.
17. How to make yourself unique.

Pay attention to the latest videos as I'll be uploading videos from time to time explaining in more detail the 17 things listed above.

What else is there to say but goodnight and goodnight to you Mrs. Amore, wherever you may be.