Order of Man

I think everyone knows that that we are all judged, to some degree, by our appearance and how we present ourselves. You don’t have to like it and you don’t have to think it’s fair but it’s the truth. And, yet, so many of us (myself included) overlook the importance our physical aesthetic when it comes to presenting ourselves well. My guest today is long-time friend, repeat guest, and men’s style coach, Tanner Guzy. Today, Tanner and I talk about utilizing clothing as an extension of you, the Aesthetic Overton Window and how it impacts what we wear, why you need to avoid being one-dimensional in the way you present yourself, why dressing well isn’t at all about suits and skinny jeans, and, ultimately, how you can garner influence by improving your presence.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   The portrayal of style and fashion in pop culture We have made heroes out of the court jesters Social conditioning has influenced men’s attitude toward fashion Appearance matters when leading others You can be both the warrior and the intellectual Make small tweaks instead of taking it to the extreme Your appearance should mirror your capabilities Don’t let your appearance undermine your credibility How to start making changes Find a style and brand that works and stick with it How do you know when you look good? “Getting away with” dressing inappropriately The aesthetic Overton window   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses what we, as men, need to do to bring an end to school shootings.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Teach proper firearm safety Watch your kids (and other kids) Teach situational awareness to your children Get training for school teachers Get involved in your community   The Iron Council is officially open for a limited time only, join today.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from the Order of Man Facebook group.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (2:50) What are the steps to initiate and continue building relationships with a group of people that I want to be around on both personal and professional levels, while still supporting my family? (11:00) How do you deal with social media fame? (16:00) How do you lead your family through the loss of your dog? (23:30) My employer is telling me that I cannot move into a management position because I am too valuable in my current position. When should that answer no longer be acceptable? (36:00) How did you know when to leave your job? (44:00) How do you find work/life balance when you are in the start-up phase of a business? (48:30) What are your thoughts on mental health? Particularly regarding men who go to therapy? (54:00) What are the steps to take to win over the love of your life after she has filed for divorce? (55:50) What can I do, personally, when I feel like my church, globally, is losing the courage of its convictions? (1:02:24) What is the best way to start sparring in Jiu Jitsu?   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

I’ve got an incredible guest today. His name is Lucas Botkin and he is the founder of T. Rex Arms, a firearm accessory manufacturing company. But this conversation took an early turn away from firearms and more into how to build a thriving business using the power of social media. But don’t worry, we still talk about firearms stuff – night vision, optics, body armor, training, etc. But even if you’re not into firearms, we have some topics for you including the power of money, how to manage people correctly, human psychology, making a stand for something, building customer relationships, and how to build a firearms (or any other type) of empire.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   You don’t have to have everything figured out by age 20 You can do what you enjoy AND make a lot of money Shifting focus from the product to the people Working with coaches and mentors Building trust through social media presence Why companies have public relations issues An effective strategy to build brand loyalty Making time for personal development Trends of the firearms community in 2022 Protecting businesses during “peaceful” protests Maintaining professionalism in appearance and behavior Being an ambassador for the gun ownership community Demonstrating competence to new gun owners   The Iron Council is officially open, gents. And, if you’re not familiar with what the Iron Council is, consider it your band of brothers.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the importance of being part of a band of brothers, like the Iron Council.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Critical considerations for building a band of brothers: You need to be able to qualify the individuals in your circle You need people who are going to be “real”   Join our exclusive band of brothers today.  Membership in the Iron Council is now open for a LIMITED TIME ONLY.  For more information or to join us, visit orderofman.com/ironcouncil   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen discuss “matching shirts” and tackle your questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (33:20) How did you choose a denomination within Christianity? (40:30) How do you forgive yourself? (43:00) How do you stay focused and determined when you are in the middle of a financial rough patch? (51:16) Will you be having any events for dads and daughters up in Maine? (52:14) Do you have any tips on how to start enjoying your wife again when you don’t enjoy her currently? (57:00) Why do you no longer conclude your podcast with the question “what is the definition of a man?” (59:10) When you start to feel yourself straying from the path, how do you realign?   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

Most of us, when formulating an opinion or perspective about a cultural issue tend to look at one side of the story – myself included. But if we have any chance of making societal and cultural changes that actually improve our way of life, it’s crucial that we look at what we see from all sides.   That’s what my guest today, Brandon Tatum, and I talk about – seeing problems from all angles and waiting for all the information before formulating opinions. We cover the Kyle Rittenhouse and Ahmaud Arbery cases, the dangers of the “Defund the Police” movement and what, if any reform in policing is needed, whether or not systemic racism actually exists, our emotions and our responses to them, use of force laws, and so much more.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS: Online vs. offline conversations Context is often lacking, or overlooked, in online posts There are ALWAYS two sides to every story Young men must learn to harness their masculinity People have had to die so that we can have conversations about equality You WANT to face adversity, so that you can become better You choose how you view any situation Double standards in race and politics Pressures of being a black police officer We’re in a police depression Room for improvement in law enforcement If something sounds crazy…do more research Never make a decision after hearing only one side of an argument   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the importance of rendering yourself obsolete and how to do it.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Know your role as a leader Develop a culture Decentralize command Offer feedback Balance involvement with indifference   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take your questions from the Iron Council and the Order of Man Facebook Group.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (5:20) How do you get out of the lone wolf mentality due to not wanting to disappoint your battle team? (11:50) How did you take advantage of opportunities to speak and present when others did not? (21:00) What are your marketing tips for a business that challenges the norms? (27:46) What is your favorite: Gi or no Gi? (31:44) Do you have any advice for someone who is confident about their ideas and the topic that they want speak about, but is afraid of public speaking? (38:56) Should I change the date that I am going to propose to my girlfriend if she found out my plans ahead of time? (39:44) What manly values do you want to instill in young athletes? (46:20) When working long hours with a long commute, how can I make the most of my short time at home throughout the week and with my wife on the weekends to stay motivated and happy? (51:10) What are your biggest questions for which you would love to have an answer from God? (54:16) What techniques can a man use when in difficult situations to keep calm, pull himself together, and not let emotions take over? (58:30) How do you use a public restroom while using a IWB (inside waist band) holster? (1:02:14) What are your go-to de-stressing techniques? (1:08:00) What is the difference between being nice and being kind? (1:11:40) How does Ryan’s recent tweet about “the left” help political discourse in the country?   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

We all know how dangerous ideology can be and, yet, some of the most destructive ideas tend to be the most pervasive in society. Why is that? And, how do these parasitic ideas spread so effectively?   My guest today is evolutionary psychologist and author of The Parasitic Mind: How infectious Ideas are Killing Common Sense, Gad Saad. Today, Gad and I discuss his guiding principles: truth and freedom, what he refers to as the “Holy Trinity of Bullshit,” the dangers of post-modernism, the other deadly sin most people don’t talk about, the woke mob’s desire to eliminate culture and history, and how to use your voice against these dangerous ideologies.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   The importance of telling the hard truth Postmodernism is a form of intellectual terrorism The idea pathogen of social constructivism Life is about tradeoffs The distinction between feeling and thinking Using the lexicographic rule in politics Sifting through all of the information we have available Don’t set out to offend, but be willing to offend The more things change, the more they stay the same Choosing what is worth pursuing The attacks on truth are relentless Most people lack the courage to use their voice Walk through life like a honey badger   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.