This is your beginner’s guide to running up your initial investment, so you don’t have to re-deposit. If you want to get serious with your game, then you’re going to need a big bankroll, lots of patience, and consistency to climb the ladder. If you never want to re-deposit as you learn to be a great …
Being a poker pro can be very exciting and very fulfilling; if you go about it the right way. When you go pro, it’s no longer a game; it’s your job, so you have to be willing to work long hours and study the same way you would if you were in college. Going pro …
If you’re currently playing MTT’s (Multi-Table Tournaments) or Sit n Go’s (SNGs) and are looking to make the switch to cash games, here’s everything you need to know. Cash Game 101 Before you make the jump to a new format of poker, ask yourself this: why? Why do you want to play cash games? Is …
Many people are initially drawn to poker because they assume there’s easy money to be made. That’s partly true: there’s money, and if you’re a good player it can be easy, but it’ll require hard work and time to get to a point where you are that good. There is no magic switch from unprofitable …
Taking the leap from 9-max or full-ring to short-handed play is tough. Full-ring play has a slower, more relaxing pace, giving you all the time in the world to make quality decisions. You can even manage to use a hand chart and play multiple tables. Short-handed play has more playback and postflop play because there …
While having a knack for reading tells is not the only pre-flop strategy you should know, it can be combined with an overall solid starting hand game to help you make the most profitable calls possible. A tell is simply a physical indication another player gives that signals their intention. Not all players have the …
Here’s a pre-flop strategy that’s often overlooked by newbs and even some more advanced players: stack size and its influence over how you should play your hand. In fact, your stack size is one of the most important factors in determining if your starting hand can be played profitably—even more important than starting hand selection. …
If you want to be a real shark on the felt and not get outnumbered by the rest of the ‘fish’ at the table, get to know different strategies and when to adopt the correct persona for each situation. The key to beating the game is adjusting your strategy and not allowing your ego to …
How does the number of players left to act in pre-flop play influence your decision-making process? Why should you take stock of how many players remain, the types of players you’re up against, and how your position affects your overall strategy? The answers to these questions (and more), are coming right at you in a …
The most important thing you can do to prepare for a live tournament is to know your stuff. The more comfortable and confident you are at the table, the better your decision making becomes because you’re in the right headspace. Cultivating the right headspace starts with having a rock-solid foundation. If you can adopt the …
A concept that many players struggle with is how to play against a tough table or a loose-aggressive player that knows what they’re doing. You learn a lot, gain experience and pad your bankroll when you’re seated at a tough table. It can help expose shortcomings in your game, maximize your long run earning potential …
Whether in life or in poker, if you want to get what you desire, you have to have a plan. Blind vs. blind play is a common spot for players to make mistakes and to give away a lot of their chips and equity. The result is a negative spillover effect for avid multi-tablers. The …
It’s the dream dilemma for every poker player. You’ve built up your bankroll and now it’s time to convert some of those numbers on the screen into crisp dollar bills. But how do you know how much to take out so that you can meet your needs, but still have some green in reserve to …
Poker is the ultimate game of strategy and skill, but like anything, even if you’re at the top of your game there is always room for improvement. Whether you’re a poker newb or you’ve done your fair share of time at sit-and-go tournaments, if you’re looking to elevate your wins and shrink your loses, then …
A common poker problem faced by many new players is knowing when to play bigger limits. The biggest obstacle to moving up is your ego, saying “you deserve it” and “that you’re better than the rest.” To silence your ego real quick, remember that winning a tournament doesn’t prove you’re the best, not when so …
If you’re looking to increase your bankroll and up your poker game, it may be time to add another table. The more tables you can comfortably master playing, the more you can improve your game and increase your hourly rate! How Many Poker Tables Should You Play? Everyone is Different Finding your multi-table sweet spot …
Having a strong red-line isn’t impossible; it just takes a solid understanding of the game to get your red-line moving in the right direction without affecting your win-rate. What Is The Red-Line? In essence, the red-line refers to non-showdown winnings. When you put money into the pot and fold, your red-line will fall, but if …
Get ready to take your game—and your bankroll —to the next level. Growing your bankroll is imperative to financing your climb from rank to pro player. Just avoid the biggest pitfall: racing for the top. Not only is that not sustainable (a mark of being pro), it’s dangerous and you’ll end up with donut holes …
Lesson #8: How To Become A Professional Poker Player You don’t have to be ranked number one or even in the top one-hundred to be considered a winning poker player. If you want to turn your passion for poker into your a full-time profession and get stackin’, then you need to shake this notion that …
Deciding whether or not to play a hand pre-flop isn’t just about the strength of your starting hand. There are other equally important—even more important—factors to consider before you act. One of the most important, without question, is the action ahead of you. Get a Handle on the Action What have the players ahead of …
Lesson #6: Finding The Perfect Bet Size What separates a professional poker player from a rookie is understanding bet sizing. Knowing when to bet is not enough—almost everyone knows when to bet; it’s knowing how much that’s the real skill. It puts you one step closer to thinking outside the box, and that’s when you …
