Recently there was a post about not saying sorry. This is one of the first things I realized was incorrect about my behavior when I "took TRP" (which incidentally was when I lost 100 lbs and noticed the difference in the way women reacted to me). What is more important to remember is to BE GENUINE. Unless you've done something foolish, say "excuse me", not "sorry". Are you actually sorry when you and another person are attempting to occupy the same space for a short period of time? I realize that some guys may actually be sorry just for existing around another person. You can stay that way if you're 'MGTOW' or whatever. However, if you are struggling to attract a woman, you should understand exactly what it is you are doing.

A great man does not have to sell himself. He is what he is and that speaks for itself. But nice guys™ act one way around hot women and another when they're not around. He's a perfect gentleman around a hot chick as he tries to trick her into thinking he's high value. Most (attractive) chicks can see right through this bullshit. Being disingenuous is the crux of the "nice guy" mindset... and the stereotype deserves it's negative connotation.

One solid piece of advice we always hear to attract a woman is to "hit the gym". The reason for this is not just because it makes you more attractive. What is more important is that doing hard shit you do not want to do makes you a better person. I often invite a friend of mine to come lift with me. His response is "oh, no I'm going to go to the park and ride my mountain bike". While that is a good workout, the benefit of these activities are entirely different things. Make no mistake, the gym is WORK. For those of us who are not blessed with natural awesomeness, reaping the rewards of hard work makes us HAPPY.

tl;dr For 99% of us, greatness is not god-given. Don't be like a used car salesman selling what you know is a lemon. Hit the gym, read books, limit video game time, work hard and improve what you have to offer if you want to attract women of potential high quality.