"We need more good men. We live in a world where there are too many nice guys and not enough good men. I know what you're thinking, what's wrong with being a "nice guy"? I'm here to tell you a lot is wrong with being a nice guy. There's a reason why there's the saying, "nice guys finish last." They often do; trust me, I would know because I used to be a nice guy. Everyone wants the good man as their boss, husband, friend, and leader but they often forget that this comes with a man that takes charge, challenges others to be their best selves, and leads by example. Being a good man is not for the weak. It's only for the strong, the ones who are willing to always be in the thick of it all. The guy who knows how important daily decisions can shape his life for the better or worse. He moves with a purpose; his life is a legacy, and his family is his fortune. This book is going to help you grow, evolve, and ascend in this life. Not only will you be able to become a good man, but you will be able to spot one aswell. You can build a solid group of good men to keep you company. Good men that raise great children for this society we live in. Welcome to Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy"-- Provided by publisher.
Learn how to stop being a nice guy and become a good man with this guide to true masculinity.
Being “nice” is not the same as being good—and it’s costing men their confidence, relationships, and purpose.
In Be a Good Man, Not a Nice Guy, author, speaker, and modern masculinity advocate Kelvin Davis challenges the outdated idea that men have to be passive, agreeable, and approval-seeking to be accepted—especially in love and life. This book is a wake-up call for men who are tired of being overlooked, misunderstood, or emotionally disconnected because they’ve been told to play it safe.
Through honest storytelling, cultural insight, and actionable tools, Davis guides readers through the transformation from a “nice guy” who performs to be liked…into a good man who leads with truth, character, and emotional strength.
This is not a book about being macho or dominant—it’s about being real, grounded, and responsible. Whether you’re navigating relationships, fatherhood, or personal growth, this book helps you reconnect with your core values and redefine what it means to be a man in today’s world.
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Who It’s For:
- Men who feel stuck in relationships where they can’t be fully themselves
- Readers seeking emotional maturity and purpose-driven masculinity
- Women wanting to understand the inner world of the “nice guy”
- Coaches, therapists, and educators guiding men through personal growth
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You’ll Learn:
- Why being “nice” is often a mask for fear and insecurity
- How to set boundaries without guilt
- What healthy masculinity actually looks like
- How to stop people-pleasing and start self-leading
- The habits of emotionally intelligent, grounded men
