Hephzibah saves the day

My fellow readers, I would like to share a short story of how a children charity organization turned a tragedy into a triumph. This story begins as do many stories , with 2 young people who care about one another and one day decide to start a family. Sam and Kim are a happily married couple who give birth to a healthy, beautiful baby boy names Jacob. Jacob was a bright young boy and showed much potential as he grew up and started attending preschool and onwards. His parents were good people who worked very hard to provide for Jacob. Sam, the father drove a truck to support is family and Kim waited tables. Jacob was growing up to be a fine young boy who excelled at everything he set forth to do. Unfortunately Jacobs bright future was going...

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A Gentleman's Career

Having a huge ego, craving attention and being an overall narcissist doesn’t sound like a trio of compliments but studies show that these qualities can make you a great leader, found the study. A group of professors from IMD business school, Penn State, and Erlangen-Nuremberg University found that the above mentioned qualities tend to lead to innovation and aggressive decision-making. The professors doing the research examined how 78 CEOs and 33 major American pharmaceutical companies did in the biotech boom from 1980 to 2008. They accounted for narcissism by measuring how often the CEOs’ photos were found in annual reports, how frequently they were mentioned in press releases and their overall compensation compared to the person...

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Age like a classic gentleman

Some men seem to defy the laws of  nature and cheat the hands of time. As everyone else goes belly up with sagging skin and receding hair lines, some guys seem to improve with age like a fine wine. But these men aren't cyborgs or drinking from a secret fountain of youth. Sure, science plays a role in continuing to look great as time passes, but fighting with the sands of time is also an art. Ageless men are worth more than a passing glance because a quick breakdown of their grooming habits may just teach you a thing or two about how to become an ageless man. 1. Routine exercise Staying in shape is the key to maintaining health and beauty over the long term. Regular exercise of 45 minutes 3-4 times...

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Time is of the esscence.

We live in a constant world were we are not judged by who we are, but rather by what we have. A world where premium brands triumph over premium moral values. A woman's marriage is based upon the carrot that enshrines her finger and a man has no value of his time or others if he does not sport a time piece hailing from the Swiss country side. I must admit that we are all guilty of these biases, but the true genius understands the reality of our world and embraces it in a way fitting to his aspirations and values. The truth is simple, it takes money to make money, to be taken seriously, whether in the world of business, politics or academia, we must display outward signs of quality and respect. Investing in certain quality luxury goods not...

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Three Piece Suits are the new standard

Fashion trends have long come and gone, from the days of monocles to the modern day Air force Ones, nothing is as timeless or classic as the Three-Piece Suit. The three piece suit clouds itself in a aura of swag and style. Actors like John Travolta in Saturday Night Fever gave us a taste of how untamed the three piece can be, while polished executives and attorneys beam with sophistication as they don the triple threat attire. Yet a I believe the allure also lies in the practicality of the outfit. The vest which is the distinctive garment helps us create that polished look all day without worrying about our shirt erupting out of our trousers from every direction. Those of us who desire a lean athletic fit from our shirts can attest to the...

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Image is as Image does

I know the routine, a deep gaze into the mirror with a squared jaw grin, chest sticking out while you spend 10 minutes creating that oh so perfect "just crawled out of bed" hair-do. When a man sees himself in the mirror he sees a reflection of who he thinks he is, not who he actually is. We all know that our image is what others perceive us to be rather than who we perceive ourselves to be. Do not mistake this for confidence for confidence is being deeply rooted in your psychological identity which manifests into your very existence. Image is creating the persona of who you are regardless of your career, ambitions, or social status. Through out history we have seen examples of men who have...

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To tie or not to tie?

"The necktie is one of the most important and most versatile accessories a man can wear. Whether dressing up or down there is a tie for every occasion"  Let's face it: Ties can be terrifying. Indeed, for most guys, wearing a tie is about as cool as your 3rd grade teacher who sported patterns consisting of smiley faces and rainbows. Could the fear of ties have something  to do with the fact that most everyone has limited skills when it comes to dealing with ties?Even if you went to a private school growing up and wore a uniform/tie every day of your adolescent    life, you still probably only know how to tie one kind of knot or used a clip on,  And as for everybody  else, well, your dad probably showed...

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Shave like a Gentleman

For Centuries man has been searching for a way to effectively clean his mug, from sharpened stone to modern day Iridium derived razors. Shaving is a right of passage that is ussually passed down from father to son or painfully mastered through adolescent trial and error. The undeniable truth is that whether your a street bum or the Price of Bahrain, we all dsire the "perfect shave." Having been blessed/cursed with more testosterone then a Stud ranch, I have gone to great lenghts to discover the pure art of Shaving (not the P&G brand). No matter how lucky one is in the looks department, if you have a sloppy shave or bad skin, then I hope you at least drive a nice car. A gentleman should approach his shave like any other glorified ritual....

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The Humble gentleman

Success, passion, determination all sound like words that describe the modern accomplished gentleman. But where did it all begin? All men must admit that along their journey of success, someone somewhere cut them a break or a second chance. By either some "miracle" or by someones generosity. Some men may say that "I did it all on my own and I don't owe anybody anything !!" I tell those men that we has human beings are obligated to consider those less then us. We have all been at the disposal of other!! Disagree? Our mothers were not obligated to care for you while you were nurtured in her womb and delivered as a healthy baby ready to take on the world? She could have been a selfless women more interested in her independence, figure or career!! Like...

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Smell Like a Successful Gentleman (Even if you're not)

Scent is the single most powerful sense that we possess. Scent creates a powerful nostalgic force that stays with us, even if we do not realize it. A man can smell the scent of perfume from his first love and be taken back to the exact moment in time even 40 years later.We associate a lot of emotion with scent, we may not remember the details of a certain moment in time, but the scent has been encoded deep into our sub conscious. When a gentleman applies fragrance, he is doing more than just "smelling good," he is creating an aura of success and feeling around him. He is entering a world of sophistication and adventure. The crisp waves of the ocean as he leaves the roomThe subtle feeling of warmth as he gazes into the horizonand the deep notes...

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Dunhill Swag

We associate with those things that help us succeed or propel us to success. We prefer brands that give us quality and style. From what we wear, drive, eat and enjoy leisurely ; we create a web of brands that give us the complete solution. Everything we do is a life style choice, not just a decision. "A true gentleman does not expect success but prepares for it". The X factor or Swag factor is a dimension of a mans character that is developed through excellence which then mutates into his DNA.The Surgeon General Warns that Smoking leads to cancer, but what we are not told is that smoking Dunhill's increase swag factor by 125%.Alfred Dunhill has set the standard for excellence in the Men's Lifestyle ArenaBegin your journey @ www.dunhill.com...

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The Well Dressed Gentleman

Through the ages, style and sophistication have been a driving force for people around the world. Different cultures and societies have had their own version as to what is considered stylish. Looking at fashion today, one can see that their are many ways one can express their "swag." Among everything, Classic attire is one that never goes out of style.The days of three piece suits and pocket squares have seem to make a comeback with not only celebrities but also with the youth. Terms like business casual have come along way from khakis and golf shirts to fitted blazers and multi-functional button downs with contrast collars and cuffs with contrast print. (see Image)Today's well dressed gentleman is not only considered with dressing well, but...

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