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Resource5 Reasons Why Having Long Hair ROCKS (Part 2 of 2)
McGoff discusses five benefits he has experienced from growing his hair out over eight months, including how longer hair can alter …
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Resource5 Reasons Why Having Long Hair SUCKS (Part 1 of 2)
McGoff discusses five practical challenges he experiences with longer hair after growing it out for eight months. He covers the …
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Resource9 Short YouTubers Everyone Can Look Up To
McGoff highlights nine shorter male YouTubers he admires across fitness, style, DIY, and lifestyle content. He argues that while …
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ResourceASKET Haul Try-On, Round 2 // High Quality Basics for Men
McGoff conducts a second try-on of ASKET, testing their slim chinos, long sleeve tee, short sleeve crewneck tee, and raw denim …
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Resource7 Best Men's Bags for 2019 // Aer, Carl Friedrik, Think Tank, Peak Design and MORE
McGoff explores the best bags for men across different lifestyles and use cases, showcasing two of his personal favorites—the Bolton …
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ResourceThe Minimalist Pants Collection // Jeans, Chinos and Dress Pants
McGoff presents a guide to building a minimalist men's pants collection by category, arguing that owning fewer pairs of pants saves …
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Resource5 Jackets for Spring and Summer (and How to Wear Them)
McGoff presents five lightweight outerwear pieces suitable for spring and summer weather, explaining the practical features and …
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Resource18 Ways to Wear Green on St. Patrick's Day (or Whenever You Want To)
McGoff demonstrates how to wear green as a versatile wardrobe color through multiple outfit examples. He covers different shades of …
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ResourceWhat Is Affiliate Marketing? How YouTubers Make Money From Your Clicks
McGoff explains how affiliate marketing works as a revenue stream for YouTubers, comparing it to sponsored content. He breaks down …
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ResourceMinimalist Shirt Collection // Versatile & Interchangeable
McGoff presents a framework for building a minimalist shirt collection that covers all occasions, arguing that 11 shirts—divided …
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ResourceThe Truth About Sponsorships (and Getting Free Stuff)
McGoff explains sponsored content, its legal definition, and FTC disclosure requirements. He outlines three common scenarios where …
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ResourceMy 6 Watch Collection | Seiko, Rolex, Hamilton, Casio, Citizen
McGoff walks through his curated collection of six watches, ranging from a $15 Casio digital to vintage Rolex models. He explains …
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ResourceEverlane Haul 2019 | Trying On Everlane Men's Clothing
McGoff tries on a variety of clothing items from Everylane, a brand focused on radical transparency in manufacturing and pricing. He …
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Resource10 Best Men's Wallets for 2019 // Fossil, Anson Calder, Campbell Cole and MORE
McGoff curates wallet recommendations from several YouTube creators, showcasing diverse styles ranging from minimal card holders to …
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ResourceThe Best Key Organizers for 2019 | Orbitkey vs. Bellroy vs. Keybar (and More)
McGoff tests and compares eight different key organizers to help viewers find the best option for their everyday carry. He evaluates …
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Resource9 Great Watches for Small Wrists (Under 40mm) // Seiko, Rolex, Hamilton and MORE
McGoff teaches men with smaller wrists how to choose properly-sized watches by explaining wrist measurement techniques and case …
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ResourceMen's Shoe Collection 2019 // 14 Great Pairs of Shoes for Men
McGoff reviews his personal shoe collection for 2018-2019, demonstrating his philosophy on footwear as an investment in everyday …
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ResourceHow to Choose a Wedding Ring (Type, Size, Fit, Shape)
McGoff provides a comprehensive guide to choosing a men's wedding band, covering band types (classic, carved, diamond, alternative), …
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ResourceHow to Wear White Sneakers | 4 White Sneakers Outfit Ideas (Casual, Athleisure, Smart Casual)
McGoff demonstrates four versatile styling approaches for white sneakers, ranging from casual to smart casual. He argues that white …
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ResourceHow to Build a Lean Wardrobe | Minimalist Men's Fashion w/ Effortless Gent
McGoff interviews Baron from Effortless Gent about the lean wardrobe philosophy, which McGoff explains focuses on owning an optimal …
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ResourceScissor Cut Tapered Side Part | Men's Hairstyle Tutorial 2018 (Get LOTS of Volume)
McGoff provides a step-by-step tutorial for achieving his current brush back hairstyle with a side part, longer top, and tapered …
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ResourceIs YouTube Full-Time? What's Your Height? How Old Are You? 150K Q&A #AskBrock #ModestFam
McGoff answers subscriber questions submitted over Instagram covering topics ranging from his personal style preferences and camera …
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ResourceMen's Outerwear Collection 2018 | Field Jacket, Topcoat, Parka and More (8 Pieces Total)
McGoff showcases his personal outerwear collection, ranging from lightweight layering pieces to heavy winter coats, and explains how …
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ResourceFashion Watches for Men (my opinion) + Daniel Wellington Unboxing
McGoff analyzes fashion watch brands like Daniel Wellington and Vincero, explaining why they're popular despite criticism from watch …
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