20 Skills Every Man Should Have By 30 

1. Tie a tie 1:08 2. Change a tire 1:42 3. Shine dress shoes 2:19 4. Public speaking 3:01 5. Negotiating 3:50 6. Dress for the occasion 4:33 7. Lift weights properly 5:17 8. Grilling 5:53 9. Wet shaving 6:32 10. Jumpstart a car 7:16 11. Cook a signature dish 8:01 12. Tell a good story 8:40 13. Argue logically 9:16 14. Throw a ball 9:57 15. Render basic 1st aid 10:33 16. Drive in bad weather 11:04 17. Fix a leak 11:45 18. Iron clothes 12:21 19. Shooting 12:55 20. Throw a punch 13:32

Public speaking is easy when you know what you're talking about! Prepare and you'll be successful

this kinda brought me to a tear to my eye... because like a lot of young men, i went through boyhood and young adulthood without a father and little stuff like this brings a young man a long way! thanks 💯

Managing personal finances is a skill men need to learn by age 30. Balancing a checkbook, maintaining a budget and discipline with money is important.

Basic knowledge of tools, laundry, managing finances, and the skill of properly reading body language. Your list is excellent and my father taught me all of them and the importance of knowing them. Salute to you Jeff for sharing the knowledge with those who didn't learn the fundamentals of manhood. You just gained a new subscriber.

1. how to tie a tie 2. change a car tire 3. shine your shoe 4. master public speaking 5. negotiating skills 6. how to dress for an occasion 7. learn how lift weight 8. how to grill 9. how to wet shave 10. how to jumpstart a car 11. how to cook a single meal 12. how to tell a story 13. how to argue logically 14. how to throw a baseball or football 15. basic first aid treatment (cpr, heimlich maneuver, etc) 16. learn how to drive on bad weather 17. fix a leaky faucet 18. iron his clothes 19. how to shoot a gun 20. how to throw a punch

I never had a father in my life teach me any of this.. if I ever have a son, he will be better than me

I don’t comment often but man Iove this channel.

O.G. A man must learn how to handle his money, pay his bills, know how credit works! Crucial.

Complete self-control- in trying circumstances.

I remember shining my church shoes and ironing my clothes 😂 swore to GOD I was clean as a whistle with the S-curl. Lol brought back memories

I’m 46 years old! I wish I had this channel /and You tube when I was a teen

By age 30 you should know how to do your taxes and finances. It isn't calculus for crying out loud.

Personal finance is a biggie. I'm a Dave Ramsey financial peace coordinator. I wish I had learned these skills before I was 30.

I would suggest being fundamentally competent at a second language. Speaking multiple languages will open doors for you career-wise and adds another dimension to life.

I was unimpressed in advance when I saw your first video (for no reason). Your content actually ended up being amusing, so I continued. Now, I don't just enjoy your videos, but they also give me confidence and masculinity. I can watch them when I'm down, sad, or depressed to feel better about myself. I love your content! I feel proud just watching it! You're amazing! Thank you, O.G. !!

Being prepared and punctual.A man that has direction and discipline is a powerful individual.

Great list! I've been following for a few months and this is my first time commenting. Here goes... 1. Every man should learn how to give a toast. 2. Every man show learn dining etiquette. 3. Every man should learn how to correctly ballroom dance. 4. I believe that this was mentioned several times, but every man should know how to drive a manual transmission. 5. This is a highly subjective one, but every man should aspire to learn how to swim. Outside of that, I think this and all your videos are great. Keep up the good work!

Have a real sincere relationship with God.

Another skill I would say is emotional maturity. This skill could help you in various areas like, cultivating a healthy relationship or even saving your life.

Hey man thanks for sharing this. I can’t wait to teach my son these skills. This will help sharpen my fatherhood skills better. I already taught him how to pray and hear from God, but I like these skills you displayed in this video. Thanks OG

Oh...read a measurement tape, i finally learned how to do that 😅

Lol. Throwing them hands. I haven’t heard that in a long time. Great job.

Just turned 30 last month, I got 15/20. Working on the other 5! Thanks for the tips, OG!!! 💪🏽💯

17/20 and I just turned 26. Got work to do but I’m in great shape so far. Always working! ‘Preciate you OG ✊🏾

Excellent! Let's add knowing how to save, invest, and set himself up for comfortable enjoyable older years.

Changing the filter in your furnace or Air Handler. Simple but essential. As an HVAC service tech, I see the damage a dirty filter can cause

I'm not 30 yet but I definitely need to work on acquiring my driver's license.

This was great!! I’m 32 and was proud of myself still need work but thank you 🙏🏽

Every man should know how to pray. Not just at dinner, at family gatherings.

My dad told me that I need to learn public speaking. He was so right!!! Awesome video bruh.🔥✊🏽

Thanks Jeff, I'm 18 years old now and I am lucky to watch this video so that I can develop those skills you mentioned. Good video as always, Saluteeeeeee~

I’m surprised driving a manual transmission didn’t make the list.

How about knowing how to swim? 🙃

My brother taught me the majority of what you talked about.

Agree with all these points! I even taught my daughters how to throw a football they can throw a tight spiral even better than their boyfriends LOL. You in Philly? That's a great town visit it often I'm up in Bucks County. Keep up the great work.

Yes, a skill far to gone... Throw a punch, Thanks for sharing I liked this video.

Yo Jeff, you forgot changing oil, and doing brakes...I can do both

As I recently turned 30, I went into this video thinking “Okay, let’s see how much I messed up” turns out, I can do 19/20 on the list! The only thing I don’t know how to do is fix a leaking faucet. However, just last week I did manage to fix the stopper for the drain in my bathroom sink, which was fairly simple as well. As always, great and informative content, Jeff. The one thing I might add on to the list, which ties into your public speaking point, is learn how to make good small talk with strangers. It’s a valuable skill in any walk of life, that shows you’re sociable and friendly. Salute!

Solid content as always! I would suggest "time management" as a necessary skill also. Punctuality, efficiency, and consistent situational awareness demonstrates a man in control.

I was waiting for you to mention firearms and fighting. Especially in today's times & ESPECIALLY if you're a black man.

Nice list OG 👌🏽 I'm past 30 but still need to work on some of those skills. Like others have already said, I'd add being able to manage your money to the list. Thanks for the video!

Tying knots. You might need to secure a load in your vehicle or a number of other instances in which this skill would come in handy. Can help with first aid also.

I’m 20 years old and I’m going to gather all this information 👍

These were some solid points I didn't expected. None of those generic and common known things, but rather some well thought skills indeed every real man should have. These are some skills you admire in a real man, but which nobody really points out. Salute to you Sir.

20 skills every man should have by 30 1. Tie a tie 2. Change a flat tyre 3. Shine your shoes 4. Public speaking 5. Negotiating/bartering 6. Dress for the occasion 7. Lift weights properly 8. Grilling 9. Wet shaving 10. Jumpstart a car 11. Cook a signature dish 12. Tell a good story 13. Make a logical argument 14. Throw a ball 15. Basic first aid 16. Drive in bad weather 17. Fix a leaking faucet 18. Iron your clothes 19. Shoot a gun 20. Throw a punch

Number 1 - Learn how to invest. It will alter your life more than anything on this list except for possibly working out. Number 2 - Work out. Number 3 - Learn how to fight. The vast majority of times you encounter a dangerous situation you will not have a weapon on you. Number 4 - Start your own business. You will be in charge of your own life, your own destiny and will create your own income. Number 5 - Get a good education and an even better financial education. Number 6 - Once you have learned how to invest and start a business, most if the items in this video will become irrelevant like learning how to cook, handyman skills, etc. Number 7 - I played sports growing up and could always throw a baseball and a football. Is it really necessary? Probably not, but it's nice to have. Number 8 - Learn how to dress nice and look sharp. Number 9 - Probably should have made this number 1 but here it is: Always be humble, be kind, respect others and never stop learning. Unfortunately there are some dumbass people out there that take kindness for weakness. But since you already know number 2 and 3, you'll have the situation covered when the time arises.

Great job bro. Love how far you have come and all the knowledgeable advice along with style u have given. Keep up the good work. Love the channel ❤

Shoutout to roadside assistant. 👀. They spoiled me lol.

Yes! First aid knowledge is a must. There are a lot of young and older men who are inexperienced in this area and it is a must know, life throws many curveballs and the more people that can help others in dire situations, the better.

The style OG be IN his BAG you can tell he a Philly guy forreal we standout were ever we go or Do appreciate the content 💪🏿

Nice one, O.G. I'm about to turn 30 next month so this is perfect for me. 💯

Im feeling good about this list. I know all this stuff. Im also smiling at how much of it i learned from my father.

Great list Jeff😄! I would add having a drivinglicense, knowing how to satisfy a woman sexually and having an interest and skills in homestyling!

1. The proper way to wash clothes in separating and temp settings 2. Learning how to be on time 3. How to change Locks 4. Mowing the lawn 5. Fishing 6. Basic knowledge of whats under the hood of a car and how to identify the parts

Jeff, your always dropping knowledge. Owning a house I learned to be handy around the house. Changing the handle on the toilet and replacing Electrical outlets. Will save you a ton of money. Learning to tie a tie and public speaking can help you grow in your career. Salute to the family.

Excellent video!! I would add only two things... 1. Run for Public office 2. Learn a second language Running for public office isn't so much a 'skill' as it is a act that will bring many of the things you listed to bare. The benefits, even if you fail to win, will last a lifetime. Plan in traveling? Better have the ability to communicate in more than one language. I took French in college & currently taking ASL

Really love the channel and very informative. Salute King

The last couple skills made me gain even more respect for you, sir. Salute!

I retired from the NJ State Police. Over the years of my career I can’t count how many times I had to teach grown men how to change a flat tire. It was funny and strange at first, but after so many that didn’t know and many of them black men who were college athletes. It became very obvious there were no men in their lives to teach them. So for me at least these brothers knew this one skill before most of them became 30 years old.

Learned how grill on the fly one of my favorite things to do reaching master status salute OG....

Salute OG very helpful skills much needed

I must be the oddball I learned all that stuff before the age of 19, and half the stuff I learned when, I was in the service in Vietnam, great video. 👌👍

OG. Nice video. I am showing this to my majority Male high school class next week!

Jeff, you tackled an important set of skills every man should have by age 30. Some surprised me, such as throwing a punch, but I understand where you're coming from. I'd like to suggest two skills that have served me well. First, avoid trouble and deescalate when possible. Have the courage to walk away. Second, be able to express yourself in writing. With it, you can express yourself to a friend in a letter or report progress on a project at work. Why these two skills? While I am prepared to handle almost any bad situation, violence leads to legal issues, which can be time consuming and expensive. It is also morally wrong if you have advantages over a perpetrator. Second, I am a bestselling author of six books. Before that, I was a business owner. Writing plays a critical role in my life. I think it will serve your followers well also. Salute!

This man out here talking about skills i done learned since I was 15

My 1st time seeing the channel but the content is necessary 💪🏽subscribed 💯

Great list. Im 50 but in my day it was absolutely necessary to know All of these things. I taught my sons all of these things plus but i see alot of thier friends that just say forget it when i need ill look it up on the internet

Wow, that was great! Must see to all the young men raised by single mothers out there!

Good vid, sir!! Learning how to swim is another to learn before 30 (or at some point).

All things boys used to learn from Dad growing up, lucky for me I had the best , in my humble opinion it’s what’s wrong with so many “incomplete” young guys today(And women) Too many generations raised without a father in the house, only a real man can make a boy into a real/complete man

I’ve grown so much watching this channel my style iq has gone up so much

Maintaining your finances is key. Setting up direct deposit, direct payment, avoiding late fees, etc

Great video as always Jeff, shared with my younger up and coming cousins.

This is a great video! For me, I learned most of these skills in the military well before 30.

Shine\Clean your shoes!! I believe that’s where the term “Dusty” came from!!! I also love public speaking and negotiation skills! Public speaking was one of my first college courses while in the military taking evening courses. Another great video Jeff!!!💯

What’s up my bro Og. Great video my G . Keep killing them with this knowledge. Salute my friend.

Awesome video. You’ve done it again Jeff! I didn’t think I’d be surprised by anything on this list but a couple did surprise me

I love this. I'm 30 now and realized after watching this video that I have some stuff to work on. I have a lot of the list covered, but I think a man should always look to better himself.

Absolutely one of the most informative video's I've seen so far on RU-vid about Lifestyle ..Thanks …Keep up the good work ( :

This is a good video for me as a dad to make sure I teach my son what to do early thanks for the video

Great list!! You put out a lot of great content on this channel. Keep up the good work!! The wet shave is definitely a skill that I'm still lacking.

I would say Patience, ability to listen, and knowing when to walk away. If you can't wait for someone to finish their rant or yelling while they try to argue with you before you talk you can make the situation worse; listening as the rant/arguing/yelling is happening for key words/phrases will also help you understand their problem better, whether its what they are saying or what their not saying that's the problem,, and help you figure out how to descelate the situation and finding a solution quicker. Some people also just want to be heard so sometimes in conversations instead of butting in and saying "you think you had a bad day? (Insert your bad day.)" you just let them talk and vent. Sometimes the best way to help someone is just to listen. I myself am not always good at this but its still necessary. Think how many relationships wouldn't end because of arguments if guys/girls knew when to listen and when to stand firm. Now obviously don't do this every time or you'll become the push over friend/boyfriend or girlfriend its a line you need to walk its not insanely fine but its still there. Lastly, knowing when to walk away. Sometimes an argument is just not worth getting into. It can be a waste of time and hurt the relationship. Preserving relationships is sometimes more important than always being right. We need to know when to stand firm in our beliefs vs. Saying I'll let you believe whatever you want this isn't worth the cost. When you know how to manage these things you become someone that is undeniably better at arguing and better at being a friend/significant other. You'll also be more likeable most likely.

Heres a couple Bonus skils. 1. Learn how to perform basic maintenance on your car, like changing and checking the oil, changing wiper blades, and your cars batteries 2. Learn how to ride a bicycle and motorcycle, and also, a manual transmission in your car. 3. Learn how to talk to and physically please a woman. 4. Learn how to have fun and take care of yourself, while being responsible morally, physically, and financially. 5. Learn how to love.... everything around you.

The thrill of victory and agony of defeat. This prepares for graceful, dignified wins in life like landing a job or pulling a much desired phone number without acting a fool in the process and looking thirsty. On the other hand, learning to bow out gracefully and try again when you fail without throwing a tantrum. A lot of respect is earned and lost based on how a man controls his reaction to good and bad events.

Great video. Excellent delivery. I would add to the list personal finance management, dining etiquette, and how to properly maintain a yard.

The problem with making logical arguments is that sometimes some people don't care about logic. You need to be able to recognize those moments and know how to appeal to their emotions.

Thanks for the tips man, i don’t have a car right now but learning how to change a tire would be a perfect skill in the future. Keep on grinding you’ll make it to 1M in no time 💪🏻

What a confidence boost. Confident in most except shooting and public speaking.

#1 Think accordingly living life #2 Speak accordingly living life #3 Observe accordingly living life

Great video Style O.G. Completely agree with the entire list, especially the advice about public speaking, which I really didn't learn until I was in my 50's.

I’m 30 and my life is fucked up but I’m working on it

Damn right Another skill? Knowing when to walk away from a woman. Its not 50/50, its 100/100

Just came across this channel. Much respect to you O.G.

I have 3 signature dishes Uber eats Take away Drive thru mcdonalds

New to the channel. Turned 29 last month. Informative. Subscribed. Salute to you💯

It's important for every Man to know how to swim 🏊🏿‍♀️

Finance; basic banking, taxes, and minor investing.

I think Hunting & Knowing how to start a fire 🔥 would be dope too...for the list - dope content, mate

This makes me appreciate my old man even more. I learned all this skills and l was such a knucklehead, thank goodbye my pops didnt quit on me lol