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There's a lot a guy needs to know as he grows up and makes his way in the world. And a lot of it, he wouldn't necessarily want to have to ask about because then, well, people would know he didn't know what he was doing! For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of one hundred step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to· wear cologne correctly· manage a credit card· talk to a girl· plan a date· write a résumé· ask for a reference· clean a bathroom· throw a football· change a tire· behave during a traffic stop· fold a shirt· tie a tie· grill a steak· clear a sink drain· find a stud in a wallIn fact, if it's in here, it's an important skill or character trait practiced by capable and confident men. With great illustrations and a supporting website, this all-in-one reference tool for young men in the making is the perfect gift for birthdays, graduations, or any occasion.

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Publié par	Baker Publishing Group
Date de parution	15 avril 2014
Nombre de lectures	0
EAN13	9781441234575
Langue	English
Poids de l'ouvrage	8 Mo

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© 2014 by Jonathan Catherman
Published by Revell
a division of Baker Publishing Group
P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
www . revellbooks .com
Ebook edition created 2014
Ebook corrections 01.13.2015, 03.01.2017, 04.19.2017, 01.09.2018, 10.02.2018
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means—for example, electronic, photocopy, recording—without the prior written permission of the publisher. The only exception is brief quotations in printed reviews.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is on file at the Library of Congress, Washington, DC.
ISBN 978-1-4412-3457-5
“Consider this your survival guide on the sometimes rocky road to becoming a man. You’re going to love this book!”
— Dr. Les Parrott , author of The Parent You Want to Be
“ The Manual to Manhood is an engaging, fun, and insightful how-to guide for guys on how to become a man. For those who want to build self-confidence, become independent, and fulfill your full potential, this book is for you.”
— Sean Covey , author of the international bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
“Every guy needs to know how to do everything in The Manual to Manhood . Jonathan is offering ‘young men in the making’ the truth about commonsense, real-world ways to gain respect and avoid embarrassment on the challenging road to manhood. Every young man should read this book!”
— Rick Johnson , bestselling author of Better Dads, Stronger Sons and A Man in the Making: Strategies to Help Your Son Succeed in Life
“ The Manual to Manhood is the perfect book for parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors looking to help boys learn valuable life lessons, develop strengths, and discover their unique identity on the journey to manhood.”
— Matthew Ohlson, PhD , College of Education, University of Florida, education and school improvement consultant, and proud father of three sons
This book is dedicated to my sons,
Reed CatherMAN and Cole CatherMAN.
Two strong, brave, and courageous men in the making.
Contents
Cover 1
Title Page 3
Copyright Page 4
Endorsements 5
Dedication 7
Introduction 9
1. Women & Dating 11
How To Talk with a Girl You Like
How To Invite a Girl on a First Date
How To Plan a Date
How To Decide Who Pays on a Date
How To Meet a Girl’s Parents for the First Time
How To Balance Time with Girlfriend vs. Guy Friends
How To Respectfully Break Up with a Girl
2. Social Skills & Manners 29
How To Shake Hands
How To Introduce Yourself
How To Introduce Other People
How To Open the Door for Another Person
How To Set a Table
How To Order from a Menu
How To Leave a Tip
How To Wrap a Gift
How To Clean a Bathroom
How To Make a Bed
3. Work & Ethics 55
How To Apply for a Job
How To Fill Out an Application
How To Interview for a Job
How To Ask for a Raise
How To Ask for a Promotion
How To Resign
How To Ask for a Reference
4. Wealth & Money Management 77
How To Create a Personal Budget
How To Build a Savings Account
How To Manage a Credit Card Account
How To Invest in the Future
How To Live Debt-Free
5. Grooming & Personal Hygiene 91
How To Shave
How To Cool Razor Burn
How To Apply Deodorant or Antiperspirant
How To Apply Hair-Styling Product
How To Wear Cologne
How To Freshen Bad Breath
How To Wash Your Hands Properly
How To Wash Your Face
How To Trim Your Fingernails
How To Care for Your Feet
6. Clothes & Style 117
How To Wash Laundry
How To Dry Laundry
How To Iron a Shirt
How To Iron Slacks
How To Shine Shoes
How To Tie a Tie
How To Sew On a Button
How To Spot Treat a Stain
How To Fold a Shirt
How To Fold No-Pleat Pants
How To Hang Slacks
7. Sports & Recreation 149
How To Throw a Football
How To Shoot a Basketball
How To Kick a Soccer Ball
How To Grip a Two-Seam Fastball
How To Swing a Golf Club
How To Putt
How To Throw Darts
How To Hit a Cue Ball
How To Pitch Horseshoes
8. Cars & Driving 173
How To Shift a Manual Transmission
How To Change a Flat Tire
How To Jump-Start a Dead Battery
How To Check the Oil
How To Parallel Park
How To Back Up a Trailer
How To Behave after an Auto Accident
How To Behave during a Police Stop
9. Food & Cooking 199
How To Brew Coffee
How To Make Pancakes from Scratch
How To Scramble Eggs
How To Cook Bacon
How To Boil Pasta
How To Make Mashed Potatoes
How To Oven-Cook Chicken
How To Broil Steak
How To Light a Charcoal Grill
How To Grill Steak
How To Grill Pork Chops
How To Grill Ribs
How To Grill a Whole Chicken
How To Grill Fish
How To Sharpen a Kitchen Knife
10. Tools & Fix-It 239
How To Read a Tape Measure
How To Swing a Hammer
How To Cut with a Circular Saw
How To Use a Drill
How To Use a Crowbar
How To Use an Adjustable Wrench
How To Use a Level
How To Calculate Square Footage
How To Clear a Clogged Sink Drain
How To Turn Off a Toilet Water Line
How To Unclog a Toilet
How To Check the Circuit Breakers
How To Find a Stud in the Wall
How To Hang a Picture
How To How to Fix a Small Hole in a Wall
How To Fix a Large Hole in a Wall
How to Talk Like a Man: 100 Terms Men Need to Know 279
Notes 283
About the Author 285
Back Ads 287
Back Cover 288
Introduction
W elcome to manhood. Well . . . almost. This “coming-of-age” stage in your life is guaranteed to introduce many highly anticipated opportunities you’ve been looking forward to. And much of what you are about to experience will put your manhood to the test—daily.
Speaking man-to-man, I can tell you that every guy wants the same two things. Do you know what they are? Before you laugh and say women and food, try thinking a bit differently. Here’s the deal. At his core every man wants to gain respect and avoid embarrassment. The best of men know how to do both. And yes, learning to do each will benefit you, your relationships, and your BBQ skills.
Only you know how you got your hands on this manual. Maybe your mom gave it to you hoping it would teach you how to start shaving, grilling, or dating. Or maybe you picked it up yourself to avoid having your mom try to teach you to shave, show you how to grill, or put you through the embarrassment of her introducing you to a girl she thinks is “perfect” for you. Whatever the reason, remember this. Becoming a man requires practice—and despite what some people say, practice doesn’t make perfect. Practice does make better, and you will become a better man for practicing what is captured on the pages of this Manual to Manhood .
First things first: take what you read in this book like a man. Start by not assuming you already know how to do everything. World-class experts were consulted about the best ways to do this stuff, and they were quick to admit that their way works but may not be the only way. You may know a different way to light a charcoal grill or iron a shirt. Good. Every man needs to develop his own style. No matter what your level of independence is, everybody needs to practice the life skills in this book—and for many readers, this will be an introduction to what every guy should learn and master.
Second, remember that performing the tasks of life with confidence and humility is done best when paired with a mature character. The top-shelf men consulted for this book recognize that becoming a man has little to do with age, size of muscles, or if a dude can grow a mustache or not. The world is populated by lots of guys with “manly” hairy chests who still act like immature boys. You have to earn the transformation from boyhood to manhood. And in doing so, you mature and secure without a doubt your title of “Man.” There is no room for entitlement or false claims of maturity in the character of an authentic man. You have to work for it.
How a boy earns his manhood has changed over time and varies by location. Way back in the day, young Vikings joined their fathers in raiding parties. If a boy survived the raid, plundered the enemy, and shed blood, he proved himself and was from then on considered a man. On the South Pacific Island of Vanuatu, boys today still climb 100 feet up a tower, tie vines to their ankles, and dive headfirst bungee-style toward the ground. If a boy’s leap is timed and measured correctly, he won’t hit the dirt and his tribe will call him a man. In the “modern civilized” world, many guys act like chugging beast-sized power drinks, eating processed meat sticks, and killing each other virtually online is the magic formula needed to win their manliness. They are wrong.
Real men live by different standards, higher standards. Real men don’t believe that the kind of car they drive, how much they drink, or the number of girls they get are what make them a man. Real men know that personal maturity transforms boys into men. Maturity is a practiced skill and is best demonstrated when a man knows how to do the right thing, the right way, at the right time, for the right reason. Even when nobody is looking. Are you this kind of man? You can be.
Your coming-of-age starts with a call to practice and master the solid life skills and mature character possessed by only the best of men. Consider this book your invitation . . .
W omen. We men discover few things in the world that capture our attention quite like women. With so many men having the same focus, it’s a good thing that about 50% of the planet’s population is female. That means the odds are pretty good that you will run into a few ladies along the way who captivate you at levels you will find difficult to understand, let alone explain.
Though men and women share 99.7% of the same genes, it’s the other 0.3% that makes the difference between our genders such a great mystery. Add to this intrigue the mix of emotions, hormones, and the coded way some girls talk, and it’s no wonder most guys feel totally confused about how to interact success