Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity
We need more good men.

We live in a world where there are too many nice guys and not enough good men. I know what you’re thinking, what's wrong with being a “nice guy”? I'm here to tell you a lot is wrong with being a nice guy. There’s a reason why there’s the saying, “nice guys finish last.” They often do; trust me, I would know because I used to be a nice guy.

Everyone wants the good man as their boss, husband, friend, and leader but they often forget that this comes with a man that takes charge, challenges others to be their best selves, and leads by example. Being a good man is not for the weak. It’s only for the strong, the ones who are willing to always be in the thick of it all. The guy who knows how important daily decisions can shape his life for the better or worse. He moves with a purpose; his life is a legacy, and his family is his fortune.

This book is going to help you grow, evolve, and ascend in this life. Not only will you be able to become a good man, but you will be able to spot one as well. You can build a solid group of good men to keep you company. Good men that raise great children for this society we live in. Welcome to Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy.

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Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity
We need more good men.

We live in a world where there are too many nice guys and not enough good men. I know what you’re thinking, what's wrong with being a “nice guy”? I'm here to tell you a lot is wrong with being a nice guy. There’s a reason why there’s the saying, “nice guys finish last.” They often do; trust me, I would know because I used to be a nice guy.

Everyone wants the good man as their boss, husband, friend, and leader but they often forget that this comes with a man that takes charge, challenges others to be their best selves, and leads by example. Being a good man is not for the weak. It’s only for the strong, the ones who are willing to always be in the thick of it all. The guy who knows how important daily decisions can shape his life for the better or worse. He moves with a purpose; his life is a legacy, and his family is his fortune.

This book is going to help you grow, evolve, and ascend in this life. Not only will you be able to become a good man, but you will be able to spot one as well. You can build a solid group of good men to keep you company. Good men that raise great children for this society we live in. Welcome to Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy.

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Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity

Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity

by Kelvin Davis
Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity

Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy: A Guide to True Masculinity

by Kelvin Davis

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Overview

We need more good men.

We live in a world where there are too many nice guys and not enough good men. I know what you’re thinking, what's wrong with being a “nice guy”? I'm here to tell you a lot is wrong with being a nice guy. There’s a reason why there’s the saying, “nice guys finish last.” They often do; trust me, I would know because I used to be a nice guy.

Everyone wants the good man as their boss, husband, friend, and leader but they often forget that this comes with a man that takes charge, challenges others to be their best selves, and leads by example. Being a good man is not for the weak. It’s only for the strong, the ones who are willing to always be in the thick of it all. The guy who knows how important daily decisions can shape his life for the better or worse. He moves with a purpose; his life is a legacy, and his family is his fortune.

This book is going to help you grow, evolve, and ascend in this life. Not only will you be able to become a good man, but you will be able to spot one as well. You can build a solid group of good men to keep you company. Good men that raise great children for this society we live in. Welcome to Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9798887981055
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Publication date: 01/06/2026
Pages: 320
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Kelvin Davis is the founder and creator of Notoriously Dapper, a body positive menswear blog showcasing outfits to inspire men of all sizes to find confidence in their appearance. Kelvin has been featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, The Daily Mail, and The New York Post, and he has modeled for Target, GAP, Vineyard Vines, and more. His first book, Notoriously Dapper: How to be a Modern Gentleman with Manners, Style and Body Confidence, was nominated for the 2018 NAACP Image Award.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Good Man: Security, Safety & Sanity

Chapter 1: Nice Guy, Bad Marriage

Chapter 2: Self Control & Confidence

Chapter 3: Learn From Losses

Good Man: Education, Environment & Empathy

Chapter 4: You’re The Problem

Chapter 5: Know Means No

Chapter 6: Good Men Do Good Shit

3 Currencies Of Life: Time, Money & Health

Good Man: Providing, Protecting & Patience

Chapter 7: Iron Sharpens Iron

Chapter 8: Nice Guys Finish Last

Chapter 9: Frustrated Father

Good Man: Habits, Hobbies & Happiness

Chapter 10: Go To Health

Chapter 11: Good Man, Great Marriage

Chapter 12: Faith Over Fear

Forgiven Not Forsaken (A letter to my mom & dad)

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