Since Tiger is back, the Masters loom, and days are becoming longer, we felt it would be a good time to revisit an old Ploomy favorite—golf etiquette tips. After many suggestions from readers and additional tips from recent rounds, here are more golf etiquette advice and general tips for your next time on the fairways.

10th Hole: Arrive on Time – You have a tee-time at 8:07am, but 1 person in your group is missing ten minutes prior to tee-off. He’s not answering his cell phone, no one has heard otherwise, and the starter is about to fill his spot with a single. If you’ve played enough times, you’ve been in this situation. It causes anxiety for the present golfers, which clouds the precious time before a round in which you should be focusing on your upcoming game. So give a good enough cushion or provide warning if you’re late. And please, traffic is never an excuse since there’s minimal traffic early Saturday morning.

11th Hole: 2nd shot on a Par 5 – You’re 300 yards out, and you might hit the green once out of every 100 times. You really don’t need to wait for the group ahead to finish up. How many times have you waited, then proceed to hit, only to not even getting remotely close to the green? This slows down the group behind, since they should have already teed off. And if by some miraculous shot you do approach the green, then great shot!

12th Hole: Dude, Where’s my ball? – Yes we all lose balls on a course, which is why the recycled golf ball market is so robust. You shouldn’t take no more than 5 minutes looking for a stray ball. Take a drop and penalize yourself. I know it was a brand-spanking new Pro-V1 that you paid $50 a dozen for, but again this contributes to slow play. If you anticipate having difficulty finding your ball, proceed early on to get a head start. Who knows, you might find additional balls during the process, even though they always seem to be Pinnacles.

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“In order to survive, gotta learn to live with regrets” – Jay-Z

While most of us including myself have a no regrets mantra, sometimes we need to swallow our pride to admit that there are a few we might possess. True if a few things worked out differently, it might have tipped the delicate balance of your life. Had the domino fell another way, then who knows what position you would currently be in. You could be in a better or worse situation, but you’ll never really know. You shouldn’t always look back and lament these, so it’s best to chalk up the L and keep it moving and attribute it to experience.

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If you regularly play pickup basketball, then you can immediately recognize a certain kind of player. Go to any gym or playground across America, and you’ll probably notice most of these types of “ballers” [disclaimer: this term is used very loosely]. While you would want a few of these guys on your squad, most of them spend more time on the sidelines than the actual courts, as they’re typically on the losing squad and are quick to call next. Here are the 12 types of pickup basketball players. Read the rest of this article »

For those who are risk adverse to those who are risk daredevils, investing $5,000 can result in a variety of payouts. Generally speaking, the higher risk you take, the higher the reward will be. $5,000 might not seem like a lot of money, but that amount after 30 years will net you over $50,000 with a conservative 8% rate of return. If you have the foresight to invest $5,000 each year for the next 30 years, your pot will grow to $662,000 using the same metrics. [These numbers obviously ignore inflation.] But if waiting 3 decades might seem like awhile, here are a few suggestions on how to invest $5,000 for different personalities and tolerance levels.
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These 10 closet essentials evoke a timeless look, can be worn almost year round and don’t follow any particular fashion trends. Every man should have these men’s wardrobe basics as the cornerstones of their wardrobe. Chances are you already have most if not all these wardrobe basics, but regardless of your age group or profession, your closet should always have these garments hanging around.

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Having too many unnecessary items around can crowd one’s personal life. Simplifying your living can lead to a more enjoyable and relaxing everyday life, which in turn can allow you to focus on things you truly enjoy. Following these guides can improve your way of life while essentially having less to worry about. You can also improve self-morale by knowing your unused stuff is being better utilized while also participating in a greener environment.

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Setting: another Saturday night in Anytown, USA.

Mission: to go home by yourself.

Huh? Yes, tonight you’re taking a backseat and playing wingman. You might already be in a relationship, so your game is all bottled up. Or you might have been scoring like Wilt lately, so you just want to spread the wealth. Through the role of a wingman, who can ironically double as a breastman or assman, you can utilize your swagger vicariously through your homie. Having a happy ending for him is just as rewarding as it would be for you. While the amount of your single guy friends dwindle with age, there are those that just need an assist to score. Learning these tips on how to be a good wingman is easy. And here’s how to give your best John Stockton impersonation.

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Being an avid golfer, I witness a wide array of skill levels, from beginners to scratch players. And I detest playing with beginners who don’t have common golf courtesy. Observing your group’s ardent golfer or a pro’s decorum can subconsciously improve your own mannerisms around the fairways. Golf is obviously played at a different pace than your average sport; therefore, certain rules apply to it. There is no other sport where you penalize yourself. When I’m playing pickup hoops, I’m not going to call fouls on myself [and if you're the one who calls charges, you suck]. Golf is different. Not many other sports have unwritten rules that dictate the code of conduct. If you’re new to the sport, be cognizant of the following golf etiquette tips when you play, as it will lead to a more pleasurable round amongst your foursome. It most likely won’t improve your score though.

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As I approach my 10-year anniversary of having an eBay account, let me share some tips on how to buy, sell, and make some pocket money in the process. As an on-again and off-again PowerSeller and avid buyer, I understand the intricacies of the primarily auction formatted site. During a transition between jobs, I had to rely solely on eBay income to keep afloat for a few months. You get out of it what you put in, so understand if you want to increase your loot, your time dedication should correlate. Even though you might not have ever purchased or sold something on one of the web’s most popular sites, here are a few tips to gain some familiarity with it.

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I like sneakers. This topic evolved from “sneakers sneakerheads should own” to “classic kicks,” but I will simplify it by just naming fresh kicks from one shoe lover’s perspective. I mean we all have different tastes, so something that’s dope in my eyes very well may be an eyesore to you.

People often ask me if I’m fond of a particular pair that they’re eyeing, and I give my honest opinion, which might sway them from one direction to another. But the golden rule is: wear what you like, and emphasize the YOU part. Don’t rock a pair of kicks because other people sweat them, because of scarcity or because you’ve waited in line overnight for them. If you think a pair of kicks is fresh, then that’s all that really matters. Jay-Z says, “What you eat, don’t make me sh!t,” and likewise, what you wear shouldn’t make me sh!t either.

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