Help! I'm emailing you right now from a restaurant table, where my first -- and last! -- date with this girl is going really, really bad. (She's in the restroom at the moment.) She seems to be having a good enough time, but I'm in hell. How do I get out of this and still come off smelling like a rose? Oh, jeez -- she's coming back! ANSWER

I trot up lots of stairs every day. What techniques can I use to maximize muscle-building benefits? ANSWER

I want to improve my on-the-job productivity -- but I think I need to organize my work space. How can I better set up my station to accomplish this? Are there any must-haves (in/out baskets, staplers)? Is there a certain way I need to set up my papers? ANSWER

I decided not to get a Valentine's Day gift for the girl I've been casually dating, and now she's giving me the cold shoulder. Is she too high-maintenance, or did I mess up? And how do you know when it's appropriate to begin exchanging gifts? ANSWER

My shaving cream, bar soap, deodorant and cologne all have different scents. How can I make sure they're working well together? ANSWER

I have a lean bone structure. Does this mean my muscles will also be on the small side? Will I never be able to build bulk that competes with big-boned men? ANSWER

How do I “break up” with a friend? ANSWER

I know there are job interview questions that are commonly asked (“Where do you see yourself in five years?”, “What’s your greatest weakness?” and so forth). But how do I ready myself for queries that come way out of left field? I want to be able to score with every answer I give. ANSWER

I have a unibrow -- two eyebrows that connect in the middle, meeting as one. How do I split the Siamese twins into two self-sufficient brows? And how do I do this without making that area look too obviously manscaped? ANSWER

I use my MP3 player so often that I’m surprised the earbuds haven’t become permanently attached to my ears. Should I worry about hearing loss? How much music can you listen to before you start going deaf? ANSWER

I’m reuniting with a bunch of old classmates I haven’t seen in a while. Professionally and socially, how do I make the most of this gathering? ANSWER

What’s the deal with ingrown hairs? Why do I get them, and more importantly, how do I get rid of them? ANSWER

There’s a high probability I’m about to be laid off. Is there anything I can do to maximize my severance package? ANSWER

My company’s holiday party is coming up. Frankly, I’d rather not go. Do I really need to attend? And if so, is there anything special I need to know before I get there? ANSWER

I just got a pair of nice leather shoes that I love. How can I keep them looking great forever? ANSWER

My company just gave me a cell phone -- and I’m not happy about it. I don’t want to be expected to check email and be accessible by phone at all hours of the night, on weekends and vacations. How do I set limits or at least find out what kind of limits I’ll be able to set? ANSWER

What are some up-and-coming industries these days on the job front? I’m rethinking my career plans, and I want one that helps put me ahead of the curve. What should I be prepping for? ANSWER

Is there anything I can do to make my mind sharper, faster? My gray matter appears to be working fine, but I want to be even faster on my feet. Any exercises I can do to get the mental edge? ANSWER

I’m trying to stay in shape by participating in cardio activities (running and cycling). The problem is, afterward, not only do I want to eat more, I want to eat stuff that’s bad for me (usually food filled with fat or sugar). This seems counterproductive. How can I avoid this syndrome? ANSWER

I’ve been invited to a Halloween costume party that will be babe central. I don’t want to dress up as some lame monster -- I want to look cool. What kind of costumes really attract women? ANSWER

Is there some kind of a rule book on sideburns? I’m thinking of really growing mine out, but I’m wondering how low they should go, how wide, how short the hair, etc. How can I be sure they’re helping me look my best? ANSWER

I just landed a new job. How can I make my work space look professional, like it belongs to someone who’s worthy of climbing the ladder? ANSWER

I want to run faster to improve my sports performance, but some of my friends say you're born with a maximum running speed. Is that true, and if not, what can I do to get quicker? ANSWER

I want to make sure I'm operating at optimum physical performance. Can my doctor help me get there? If so, what kinds of tests should I ask him to perform to make sure my body is perfectly "calibrated?" ANSWER

My buddy is getting married at the end of the month. I'm the best man, so I have to throw the bachelor party. Thing is, we're not really the type of men who go for typical bachelor party debauchery. What are some modern -- and still fun -- alternatives? ANSWER

My one-year review is coming up, and I heard that well-groomed employees are more likely to be promoted. Why is this? Shouldn't my work performance be the only factor? ANSWER

Does stretching really help prevent athletic injuries? ANSWER

I had a flat tire last weekend. I tried to be a man and change the tire myself. It didn't go so well. I couldn't figure out how to best jack up the car -- it was almost mission impossible just to pry the jack out of the trunk! -- and a couple of the lug nuts were too tight to loosen. Is roadside assistance the only answer? ANSWER

I am an awesome video game player. I think I’m ready to take it to the big leagues. How do I get into the tournament circuit? ANSWER

I've got some pretty decent muscle, but when it comes to my chest, I've got nothing in the upper pectoral area. How do I give myself some muscle cleavage? ANSWER

Does how your skin looks reflect what you eat? If so, how will I know if a certain food will be good or bad for my skin? ANSWER

I have a job interview. Do I need to wear a tie? No one seems to wear one anymore. ANSWER

I'm a fairly smart man, but some of my friends really make me feel not so sharp. Why does this happen and what can I do to stay on my game when I'm around them? ANSWER

Is it possible to protect myself from the sun this summer while still keeping my acne under control? ANSWER

I get along really well with women, but I'm not interested in dating all of them. How do I remain friendly with the fairer sex without giving them the wrong idea? ANSWER

I've never given a speech before in my life -- and now I have to for work. How do I get through it? ANSWER

I've got a little extra cash coming in after college: My dad is giving me $10,000 to start my portfolio. What's the best way to invest it so I can get the greatest return in this treacherous economy? ANSWER

How often should I change a razor blade? And is there anything else I need to know about keeping a razor in prime shape for a great shave? ANSWER

I'm pretty clueless when it comes to dressing -- but I want to look at least semi-cool. Is there someone in a store I can count on to help me look good? ANSWER

I keep stuff in my refrigerator for a long time. How can I tell when something's gone bad without getting food poisoning? ANSWER

I'm going to my girlfriend's parents' house to meet the family. Can you give me some tips on not screwing things up? ANSWER

I saw a movie on Blu-ray for the first time at a friend's house and I was surprised by how much better it looked than DVD. Prices on players now start at around $300. Should I jump into the format? ANSWER

I'm a smoker, which is a huge turnoff to a lot of girls. I'm going to quit on my birthday in September but want all the help I can get. What's the latest research? ANSWER

I want to reach my one-rep max on the bench press. How do I get there? ANSWER

My nipples are feeling sensitive. I'm a guy! Is this weird? ANSWER

Lately, my girlfriend's been complaining that I don't call her enough. But I text message her all day long. Is she onto something? Or should I send her a final "c u l8r"? ANSWER