How To Be A Man — 2018 Edition
Five years ago, I wrote an article for Business Insider, “How To Be A Man”, along with my Twitter pal John Carney (@Carney). It went viral, with more than 4 million unique views and 400k Facebook likes.
The original list — succinct and cynical — broadly stands the test of time, and is still a great reminder that most men are in dire need of guidance. However, in fairness, the world is somewhat of a different place today, and I am a different person, having written a bestselling book, become a father (twice), and started a successful, charitably-orientated fashion line.
As such, I thought it worthwhile to update and revise our thoughts, if for no other reason than that most people don’t have the time to watch Jordan Peterson spend ten minutes ruminating on an idea that can be summarized in a sentence.
So here’s is an updated list of how to be a man in 2018:
- Ignore the boos. They usually come from the cheap seats.
- Never tell someone you hate your job. If you’re still working there in six months, they’ll know you are a loser.
- Never cancel dinner plans with a woman by text message.
- Know at least one good joke.
- You don’t have to keep every secret, just the important ones.
