Modern Manners Guy Quick and Dirty Tips for a More Polite Life

Financial planner Jerrid Sebesta walked away from his job as a TV meteorologist without a new one lined up. To do this, he knew he had to have his financial life in order.

Tipping on take-out can be a tough call. When you see that tip line on a receipt for your take-out, what do you do? Modern Manners Guy tackles a thorny issue. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/12YUxQd

Before you bunker down on a coastal dream home for the weekend, or studio in the city, check out my top three quick and dirty for Proper Airbnb Etiquette. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29tEVI9

Knowing how to reject a Facebook friend request without hurting anyone's feeling is hard. Get 3 tips on exactly what to do so you can reject friend requests like a pro (not a jerk). Questions go to manners@quickanddirtytips.com.

Here are even more favorite reader stories from Modern Manners Guy Richie Frieman. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2ixkKkd

Before I say goodbye to Mannerly Nation, I wanted to look back at my All Time Favorite Reader Stories: Part 1 Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2hZK7aI

Coaching a kid's sports team isn't about reliving your glory days, it's about properly teaching the fundamentals and having fun. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2iVNhQG

Winning is a wonderful thing. But how you win is a whole other game. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2gUjR1T

Airplane etiquette is a topic that needs more than one episode, so we're kicking it off with Volume 2! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2fUCYeA

When it comes to celebrating a political triumph, take the highroad, rather than mock your grieving opponents. Read full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2g0wUwO

Not every Halloween is filled with treats. Here's some stories from Halloween 2016 of improper Halloween behavior. Read full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2g0APdg

Paying attention to a conversation that makes you mentally scream in agony is never easy, but you never want to be perceived as ignoring someone. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2ethLnn

A complaint letter is something should sting your attended recipient but also be done with class in order to be properly addressed. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2egyDA9

The speed and ease of email has created a ton of room for email faux pas. Modern Manners Guy's new book, "Reply All…And Other Ways to Tank Your Career" is inspired by the worst email snafu of all. Click to learn how to avoid a reply all fiasco and other bad email manners.

When you sense your time at a party is winding down, and need to sneak out, make sure you do it with grace, style and of course, manners. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2dEBzX6

Ruining a surprise party (accident or not) is never an easy situation to be in. But with a proper approach and eagerness to fix it, you can salvage your relationship with the host/hostess. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2d0XyJ6

When handling frenemies, you have to make sure that you balance BOTH the friends and enemies part, with class. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2dBX0Wz

Not everyone's summer was filled with proper people. Here are three classic unmannerly horror stories. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2d1Vmjh

Make sure your first year of college is not only a blast, but also handled properly … and yes, they aren't exclusive of one another. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1FhSRgS

Being stubborn by insisting on always getting your way, doesn't mean you've "won"... it means you're a jerk. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2c8tg56

Outside of the shiny medals and heroic efforts, not all is glitz and glamour when it come to Olympic manners. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bUpp9h

Handling defeat is never easy, but that doesn't mean you have to be a sore loser. Here's some tips to handle defeat with grace. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2bq6rcL

Whenever someone suffers a loss, it's proper to be there for them... even when you can't relate or understand why they're grieving. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2aP8TL2

Pokémon GO Etiquette… Yup, it's a thing and we need to talk about it ASAP. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2blcOf9

Business can take you in many directions, and when it involves you being on the road taking calls in the car is just a part of work. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2aZ12ba

Nothing like planning a weekend away with a travel companion who isn't on the same page as you but in an entirely different book for that matter. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2aqvJsL

Unlike a friendly houseguest, a freeloader does not care about what you have going on in your life, only their comfort. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/U0QhKX

if dating isn't hard enough, what happens when you find out your stuck in a love triangle? Yeesh, talk about awkward! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29u9qNf

Getting a speeding ticket is never fun, but keep calm. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/29tEBcG

Mother Nature isn't always so beautiful... like when you're nursing a stomach bug but still have to go out in public. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28VPZOC

Before you troll someone online, make sure you use class and wit over arrogance and cruelty.

Even though I advocate all things mannerly, sometimes you have to look back at popular faux pas and revisit their validity. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1U0umxY

A proper jerk is someone who's in the right, knows it, and stands their ground with poise. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1WzKjib

When you're asked to make a graduation speech, don't use your time in the limelight to cast an improper shadow. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1OHIibD

A Gap Year is not a break from reality, it's an amazing gift. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1Wn0lLL

3 easy tips to handle a networking event etiquette. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1T4Jgk1

They say public speaking is one of the most nerve wracking things to experiecne. But I say it's handling the hecklers in the crowd is even worse. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1X2GUax

Even if you don't like pets, it's improper to completely ignore people just because they are. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1rag8Rh

It's all fun and games until an improper prankster ruins it for the rest of us. Learn How To Be A Proper Prankster with these three tips. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1RUVui1

If you're a fan of Modern Manners Guy, you know I'm not a fan of a compulsive or over-texter. But even worse is an ONLY texter. Ugh, let the nightmare end, please! Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1qIMylI

No matter how many times I try to stop rude Facebook behavior, people still keep fighting. So, if you are going to, at least do it properly... and with class (if possible). Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1qqfEWD

No matter the level of severity for a conversation, when you enter a bathroom stall to "do your business," all other discussions should end. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1UPZAu7