Most men complain their whole lives about being controlled by women (or at least not being able to understand them). So, to all you dudes complaining about women, pay attention and I’ll give you some pointers on what roles the females in your life should play and what you gotta do about keeping women in check.
The Wife
When it comes to your wife, the way you keep her in check is making sure she doesn’t know what goes on in your work. There are several reasons why you don’t want her to know all your little secrets. First, if you married the woman, she is probably the love of your life and mother of your kids, so the last thing you want to do is strain your relationship by letting her know about all your peccadilloes that might cause her to lose respect for you. Secondly, when it comes to competitors, the best way to get at your rival or enemy is to go after their woman. If you keep your wife out of your business life, you are keeping her from being leverage against you. You need to explain to her that there will be times you can’t tell her where you’ve been and what you’ve been doing. If she understands the reasoning behind it, she won’t bust your balls every time you come home late. She’ll understand her role and yours, and everything will go smoothly. And if she doesn’t… well, then you’re not keeping women in check.
The Side Dish
When it comes to a mistress, make sure she understands the nature of your relationship up front so you don’t have to deal with unexpected drama later. Frankly, you shouldn’t have to explain it to her, she’s a side dish, plain and simple. This woman's place is not in your personal life. She doesn’t need to know anything about you, and the less she knows about you, the better. The moment she starts expecting more than dinner, dates and occasional gifts from you is the moment you gotta put her in her place or find a new broad, understood?
The Daughter
Daughters are their father’s pride and joy so long as they behave properly. If you try keeping women in check, especially daughters, and they don’t behave properly, they’ll become your worst nightmare. Teach them respect first and foremost. Keep your daughter in check by making sure she always shows proper respect where it’s due. If she doesn’t, you gotta take the time to be a father and put her in her place. Don’t be the fool that has a wild daughter he can’t control. Teach her modesty and strictly hold her to respectable behavior. You want her to be smart, talented and eventually wife material for the right guy.
Keeping women in check concerns all the women in your life -- read on for more women you should keep in line...
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
The Movie Lessons: Scarface
Good day peoples,
Today i'm gonna explore a whole other angle and will be doing so occasionaly. We all love the classic flicks and what we draw from them so this week's movie lesson is the legendary Scarface.
The plot was set in in 1980 where 125,000 Cuban refugees fled to the U.S. to find a better life. And for one of the refugees named Tony Montana, nothing will satisfy but the world and everything in it. Along with his good friend Manny, Tony starts doing dirty work for a Miami drug kingpin named Frank Lopez. After escaping a gang of double-crossing Columbians and a chainsaw, Tony’s raw and determined spirit wins Frank’s respect and employ. After Tony makes a cocaine deal with a Bolivian drug lord behind his back, Frank foils an attempt to rub out the scar-faced Cuban, which leads to his demise. With Frank out of the way, Tony marries his girlfriend Elvira and starts to build the largest drug empire in the southeast. But once reaching the top, Tony soon finds his world sailing to the bottom after losing his wife, his sister, his friend, and ultimately his life.
Don’t Mince Words
People these days use a lot of verbal filler. Yet, when you say what you mean and are sincere, people will trust you more and will want to do business with you. Mincing words shows that you aren’t decisive and are just trying to say what the other side wants to hear. Be direct in conversation. This will show respect and honesty, which are two characteristics of a stand-up man.
Seize Opportunities
Every missed opportunity holds you back, so you have to be vigilant and willing to move on any potential occasion. Scarface will teach you that the best opportunities are usually the ones that pop up unannounced. Knowing a good deal from a rotten egg isn’t a skill that you’ll acquire overnight. It takes practice and experience. Just know this, it’s better to shoot and miss than to never pick up the gun at all.
Bite The Bullet
As Tony said in Scarface, you only have two things in this world: Your word and your balls, and you shouldn’t break them for anybody. Honoring commitments will put you on the fast track when it comes to getting on top. Don’t make deals if you can’t follow through. Even if something doesn’t go the way you plan while fulfilling an obligation, bite the bullet and finish the job. If things change, you shouldn’t be the one to change them. Know your place in the operation and complete the task given to you.
Today i'm gonna explore a whole other angle and will be doing so occasionaly. We all love the classic flicks and what we draw from them so this week's movie lesson is the legendary Scarface.
The plot was set in in 1980 where 125,000 Cuban refugees fled to the U.S. to find a better life. And for one of the refugees named Tony Montana, nothing will satisfy but the world and everything in it. Along with his good friend Manny, Tony starts doing dirty work for a Miami drug kingpin named Frank Lopez. After escaping a gang of double-crossing Columbians and a chainsaw, Tony’s raw and determined spirit wins Frank’s respect and employ. After Tony makes a cocaine deal with a Bolivian drug lord behind his back, Frank foils an attempt to rub out the scar-faced Cuban, which leads to his demise. With Frank out of the way, Tony marries his girlfriend Elvira and starts to build the largest drug empire in the southeast. But once reaching the top, Tony soon finds his world sailing to the bottom after losing his wife, his sister, his friend, and ultimately his life.
Don’t Mince Words
People these days use a lot of verbal filler. Yet, when you say what you mean and are sincere, people will trust you more and will want to do business with you. Mincing words shows that you aren’t decisive and are just trying to say what the other side wants to hear. Be direct in conversation. This will show respect and honesty, which are two characteristics of a stand-up man.
Seize Opportunities
Every missed opportunity holds you back, so you have to be vigilant and willing to move on any potential occasion. Scarface will teach you that the best opportunities are usually the ones that pop up unannounced. Knowing a good deal from a rotten egg isn’t a skill that you’ll acquire overnight. It takes practice and experience. Just know this, it’s better to shoot and miss than to never pick up the gun at all.
Bite The Bullet
As Tony said in Scarface, you only have two things in this world: Your word and your balls, and you shouldn’t break them for anybody. Honoring commitments will put you on the fast track when it comes to getting on top. Don’t make deals if you can’t follow through. Even if something doesn’t go the way you plan while fulfilling an obligation, bite the bullet and finish the job. If things change, you shouldn’t be the one to change them. Know your place in the operation and complete the task given to you.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
When To Hire A Woman
Good day peoples,
There’s a feminist movement of sorts in the many countries, as many women take over the family business and become succesful bosses. These woman top dogs are hitting the streets with vengeance with their ruthless management styles. I’ve seen female leaders who’ve been somewhat qualified for an executive position, but even Margaret Thatcher couldn’t them. If the new breed of Darling Dons can teach us anything, perhaps it’s that women do have some relevance in the workplace.
I’m not a sexist pig, but I refuse to buy into the whole notion that women and men should be treated the same, mostly because they share some clear differences. That being said, I think it’s time to concede there are instances when women might add a little to the work environment. Inspired by the ladies of my family and other sucees African stories, here are some instances of when to hire a woman.
The Soft Sell and Powers of Persuasion
A good salesman can sell sand to the Arabs, and an even better salesman can sell it at 20% above the market value. However, sometimes men take the seller’s pitch a little too literally, and the “hard sell” turns into an even harder sale. Before you know it, you have a fleet full of trashy dudes who are turning the joint into a used car yard. When this happens, it might not hurt to hire a woman.
Women have a knack for the soft sell, which is precisely why it might be good to hire a woman. It’s not an in your face approach, but a more persuasive and charming tactic. You’ve seen this when buying the wife a new dress or a round of drinks for a hopeful companion’s entire posse. Yes, this persuasive power can translate to the workplace, but don’t go replacing all the salesmen with saleswomen. Even a used car yard is better than a hair salon.
Cut-Throat Competition
In a male-dominated workforce, occasionally the employees will get too buddy-buddy, stifling internal competition. I’ve had times, though I was quick to kibosh them, when the men in my workplace, earlier job i had, thought I was running a summer camp they were more concerned with their “bromances” than their career paths.
If you want to turn these dudes into a bullpen of workers eager to succeed, and not a pledge class begging to do the elephant walk together, add the right woman to the mix. Add a competitive mama hoping to prove she’s “not just another woman.” When you hire a woman like this, she’ll be a pain, complaining about inequalities, looking to stage a bra burning protest in the conference room, but it’ll be sure to keep the men on their toes. Your once sluggish workforce will make sure the new girl on the block doesn’t reach the next pay grade before they do.
There’s a feminist movement of sorts in the many countries, as many women take over the family business and become succesful bosses. These woman top dogs are hitting the streets with vengeance with their ruthless management styles. I’ve seen female leaders who’ve been somewhat qualified for an executive position, but even Margaret Thatcher couldn’t them. If the new breed of Darling Dons can teach us anything, perhaps it’s that women do have some relevance in the workplace.
I’m not a sexist pig, but I refuse to buy into the whole notion that women and men should be treated the same, mostly because they share some clear differences. That being said, I think it’s time to concede there are instances when women might add a little to the work environment. Inspired by the ladies of my family and other sucees African stories, here are some instances of when to hire a woman.
The Soft Sell and Powers of Persuasion
A good salesman can sell sand to the Arabs, and an even better salesman can sell it at 20% above the market value. However, sometimes men take the seller’s pitch a little too literally, and the “hard sell” turns into an even harder sale. Before you know it, you have a fleet full of trashy dudes who are turning the joint into a used car yard. When this happens, it might not hurt to hire a woman.
Women have a knack for the soft sell, which is precisely why it might be good to hire a woman. It’s not an in your face approach, but a more persuasive and charming tactic. You’ve seen this when buying the wife a new dress or a round of drinks for a hopeful companion’s entire posse. Yes, this persuasive power can translate to the workplace, but don’t go replacing all the salesmen with saleswomen. Even a used car yard is better than a hair salon.
Cut-Throat Competition
In a male-dominated workforce, occasionally the employees will get too buddy-buddy, stifling internal competition. I’ve had times, though I was quick to kibosh them, when the men in my workplace, earlier job i had, thought I was running a summer camp they were more concerned with their “bromances” than their career paths.
If you want to turn these dudes into a bullpen of workers eager to succeed, and not a pledge class begging to do the elephant walk together, add the right woman to the mix. Add a competitive mama hoping to prove she’s “not just another woman.” When you hire a woman like this, she’ll be a pain, complaining about inequalities, looking to stage a bra burning protest in the conference room, but it’ll be sure to keep the men on their toes. Your once sluggish workforce will make sure the new girl on the block doesn’t reach the next pay grade before they do.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Charm
Good Day Peoples,
Hope the weekend was fruitful for every body. Here's a little something to get you all through the day and end it with a more positive note. I embrace all that I'm gonna share with ya'll.
Call it what you want, personal magnetism, charisma, chutzpah, or allure but it’s something every man wants and very few actually have, charm. Some think that you’re either born with it or you’re not. And while it’s true that some of us ooze the stuff without even having to try, for others it’s a quality that can be learned, so pay attention and I’ll tell you how.
I consider myself as always being a charming devil, you my readers know that. It goes back to my school days when I was a little crazy kid, and no matter how naughty I was, I could always count on my charm ability to make the adults smile, ruffle my hair and send me on my way. This is because even then I knew about the importance of charm.
In fact, charm is such a powerful tool that it is sought after by virtually everyone. Politicians, actors and businessmen have all craved it (and so have many others). This is because, once you’re equipped with a degree of charm, you’ll find that you can open doors that would otherwise remain closed.
So how do I get it, you ask? Here are seven tips to help you get started:
Remember and Use Peoples' Names
This lets people know they are important enough for you to have remembered them, and it makes them feel special. You might think it’s a very minor thing to do but, really, you’d be amazed at the number of people you can win over just by using their first name. But, be careful not to use it too much or you may come across like a used car salesman.
Project Confidence
The truly charming simply exude poise and grace, so keep in mind that the way others see you often says more than the words you utter. First impressions are paramount, and if you want to be taken seriously, you must have good posture. Unlike the fairy tales you read or the bad movies you watch, hunchbacks and slouches never end up saving the day or getting the girl.
Be A Good Listener
Ask plenty of questions in social situations, especially with people you have just met. It shows that you are interested in others and, in turn, they will find that endearing. If you try too hard to be the center of attention, people won’t find you charming, just annoying.
Hope the weekend was fruitful for every body. Here's a little something to get you all through the day and end it with a more positive note. I embrace all that I'm gonna share with ya'll.
Call it what you want, personal magnetism, charisma, chutzpah, or allure but it’s something every man wants and very few actually have, charm. Some think that you’re either born with it or you’re not. And while it’s true that some of us ooze the stuff without even having to try, for others it’s a quality that can be learned, so pay attention and I’ll tell you how.
I consider myself as always being a charming devil, you my readers know that. It goes back to my school days when I was a little crazy kid, and no matter how naughty I was, I could always count on my charm ability to make the adults smile, ruffle my hair and send me on my way. This is because even then I knew about the importance of charm.
In fact, charm is such a powerful tool that it is sought after by virtually everyone. Politicians, actors and businessmen have all craved it (and so have many others). This is because, once you’re equipped with a degree of charm, you’ll find that you can open doors that would otherwise remain closed.
So how do I get it, you ask? Here are seven tips to help you get started:
Remember and Use Peoples' Names
This lets people know they are important enough for you to have remembered them, and it makes them feel special. You might think it’s a very minor thing to do but, really, you’d be amazed at the number of people you can win over just by using their first name. But, be careful not to use it too much or you may come across like a used car salesman.
Project Confidence
The truly charming simply exude poise and grace, so keep in mind that the way others see you often says more than the words you utter. First impressions are paramount, and if you want to be taken seriously, you must have good posture. Unlike the fairy tales you read or the bad movies you watch, hunchbacks and slouches never end up saving the day or getting the girl.
Be A Good Listener
Ask plenty of questions in social situations, especially with people you have just met. It shows that you are interested in others and, in turn, they will find that endearing. If you try too hard to be the center of attention, people won’t find you charming, just annoying.
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