1. Become a regular at your barbershop.
Fix up, look sharp. Leave your fun-bun days behind and you'll be amazed by how much others' perception of you will change.
2. Save up for a good suit.
A well-tailored suit goes a long way towards making a good impression. A great starter suit will last you at least two or three years.
3. Make your credit card work for you by signing up with a card with points and diligently paying it off.
Don't underestimate the power of airline points. Set up your credit card to automatically pay reoccurring bills and you'll be surprised how quickly your airlines miles will add up.
4. Leave your beer chugging days behind.
Take a wine tasting class, or learn how to make a signature cocktail. Imbibing will be a lot more enjoyable once you slow down and take time to appreciate the complexities of the flavors available to you.
5. Try out a new hobby.
It's easy to get caught up in the working grind and before you know it you might feel like you're being defined by your work alone. Learn how to play chess or try your hand at geocaching -- it'll give you something new to talk about at cocktail parties.
6. Always tip well.
This one goes without saying. Whether you're eating out or ordering in, it's always more classy to tip appropriately.
7. And while we're at it leave that velcro wallet in the '90s.
No one will take you seriously if you pay with that solar system wallet you've had since senior year of high school. Invest in a nice, durable leather wallet to jump instantly closer to adulthood.
8. Take cooking classes to bring your culinary skills to the next level.
Your friends will appreciate you and your mom will be proud. Win-win.
9. Give your home a clean makeover.
A cluttered home has never made anyone look good. Get organized, give your walls a fresh coat of paint, and stash those embarrassing movie posters from your college days somewhere no one will find them.
10. Explore new cultural horizons.
Analyze the complexities in minimalist modern art, or let yourself be transported by a dramatic opera. Opening yourself to things you thought were once boring will almost always inspire you -- or at the very least make you a more entertaining dinner party guest.
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