{"id":2525874,"date":"2023-11-28T12:04:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T12:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/?p=2525874"},"modified":"2026-01-13T14:22:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T14:22:34","slug":"poker-strategy-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/poker-strategy-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Poker Strategy 101 \u2013 How to Win in Poker More Often"},"content":{"rendered":"<a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/tournament-masterclass\" class=\"adv-link\" aria-label=\"tournament masterclass unlock\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/tournament-masterclass-unlock.png\" alt=\"tournament masterclass unlock\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/tournament-masterclass-unlock.png 1176w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/tournament-masterclass-unlock-746x143.png 746w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/tournament-masterclass-unlock-1024x197.png 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/tournament-masterclass-unlock-768x148.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1176px) 100vw, 1176px\" width=\"1176\" height=\"226\"   \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s long been said that poker is a game that takes a day to learn and a lifetime to master, and it\u2019s one of the hardest truths about the game. If you are here, you probably already know the most <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/how-to-play-poker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"How to Play Poker: Winning Strategy for Beginners\">basic poker rules<\/a> and are trying to find ways to win at poker more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that there are many things you need to learn before you can show any sustainable wins, but you need to start with a strong fundamental poker strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s take it from the beginning and start by looking at some very basic poker strategy tips that you should start implementing in your game as early as your next session.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-7648f103 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-false uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-432f1141 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>TLDR:<\/strong>\u00a0See AI summary of this article.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Mastering poker requires a solid foundation in fundamental strategies. This guide outlines essential tips to enhance your gameplay and increase your winning potential:<br>* <strong>Preflop Hand Selection:<\/strong> Choose strong starting hands and avoid limping into pots. Your preflop decisions set the stage for the rest of the hand.<br>* <strong>Be the Aggressor:<\/strong> Initiate bets and raises to apply pressure on opponents. Aggressive play can force folds and build larger pots when you have strong hands.<br>* <strong>Optimal Bet Sizing:<\/strong> Adjust your bet sizes appropriately to extract value and protect your hands. Avoid betting too small or too large without a clear purpose.<br>* <strong>Positional Awareness:<\/strong> Playing hands in position allows you to gather more information and control the pot size. Prioritize playing stronger hands from early positions.<br>* <strong>Establish Baseline Strategies:<\/strong> Develop standard lines of play for common situations to streamline decision-making. This helps in maintaining consistency and reducing errors.<br>* <strong>Pay Attention to Details:<\/strong> Observe opponents&#8217; behaviors, bet patterns, and timing tells. These insights can inform your decisions and exploit weaknesses.<br>* <strong>Exploit Opponents&#8217; Mistakes:<\/strong> Identify and capitalize on opponents&#8217; tendencies, such as overfolding or overcalling, to gain an edge.<br>* <strong>Defend Your Big Blind:<\/strong> Protect your big blind by calling or raising with a wider range, especially against late-position steals.<br>* <strong>Incorporate Well-Timed Bluffs:<\/strong> Use bluffing strategically to keep opponents guessing and to take down pots when you sense weakness.<br>* <strong>Continuous Learning:<\/strong> Regularly study and review your play to identify areas for improvement and stay ahead of the competition.<br><br>By implementing these strategies, you can enhance your poker skills and increase your chances of success at the tables.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5 POKER TIPS For BEGINNERS To Start WINNING!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZUiEXOGelU0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-45d5a162      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-1-preflop-hand-selection\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #1. Preflop Hand Selection<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-2-be-the-aggressor-at-the-poker-table\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #2. Be the Aggressor at the Poker Table<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-3-size-your-bets-like-a-pro\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #3. Size Your Bets Like a Pro<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-4-position-is-everything\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #4. Position is Everything<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-5-get-your-baselines-right\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #5. Get Your Baselines Right<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-6-pay-attention-to-the-details\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #6. Pay Attention to the Details<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-7-learn-to-exploit-others-mistakes\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #7. Learn to Exploit Others\u2019 Mistakes<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-8-defend-your-big-blind-frequently\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #8. Defend Your Big Blind Frequently<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-9-dont-be-afraid-to-bluff\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #9. Don\u2019t Be Afraid to Bluff<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-tip-10-never-stop-studying\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Tip #10. Never Stop Studying<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#final-thoughts-on-our-best-poker-tips-from-the-pros\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Final Thoughts on Our Best Poker Tips from The Pros<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#poker-strategy-faq\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Poker Strategy FAQ<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #1. Preflop Hand Selection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything you do at the poker table starts somewhere, and the way you play your hands before the flop gets compounded across all the latter betting streets. For that reason, preflop is the most important betting street in many ways, but one that many novice poker players take lightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will often see beginners in poker simply limp into the pot without thinking about why they are doing it and relinquish a vast portion of their equity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of just blindly calling bets with any cards that seem nice and hoping to hit the right flop, you will need to start thinking about <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/ranges-in-poker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">poker ranges<\/a> you actually want to play from each position at the poker table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your entire poker strategy will be built around the starting range of hands you play in different scenarios, so you must get this part just right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, preflop hand selection is too complex to explain all at once, but we highly recommend looking at preflop hand charts and trying to memorize them to the best of your ability before you play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By knowing exactly which <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/poker-hands\/\" title=\"Poker Hand Rankings &amp; The Best Texas Hold\u2019em Hands\">poker hands<\/a> make sense to play from each position, you will already be well ahead of many of your opponents. Once you master the preflop hand selection, make sure not to deviate from it much and try to play only the hands that are actually profitable to play from different seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/J10-Suited-1024x536.png\" alt=\"Basic Rules of 7 Card Stud Poker\" class=\"wp-image-2525316\" style=\"width:658px;height:344px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/J10-Suited-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/J10-Suited-746x390.png 746w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/J10-Suited-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/J10-Suited.png 1372w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Some hands are worth playing in some positions but are worth avoiding in others, <\/em><\/strong><br><strong><em>making it critical you study the proper preflop ranges!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #2. Be the Aggressor at the Poker Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The next key tip of your poker strategy has to do with your aggression factor. More often than not, you want to be the player making the bets and the raises in a poker hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are definitely times in poker when you want to let an opponent bluff off their stack into you, there are many more when you want to leverage your <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/fold-equity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">equity<\/a> and make bets to try and get your opponent to either fold or pay you off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By being aggressive from the preflop betting round to the river, you open more different ways to win pots. You will be able to protect your equity against draws and win hands with bluffs more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the same reason, you should almost never limp. Making a raise instead of calling will give you a chance to pick up the blinds or at least to get some hands between you and the blinds to fold out of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is something to be said for being too aggressive as well, as you don\u2019t want to be the maniac who is always raising and betting when the action is on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, you will want to learn the power of well-timed aggression and be just aggressive enough to make sure you are the dominant force at the poker table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #3. Size Your Bets Like a Pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another part of poker strategy that every professional player pays a lot of attention to is <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/tag\/bet-sizing\/\" title=\"Bet Sizing\">bet sizing<\/a>. Beginners, on the other hand, don\u2019t really think about their bet sizes too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, novice players often make bet sizes that are either too small or too big for a given spot, missing out on a lot of value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to take poker more seriously and learn proper strategy, you will want to pay close attention to bet sizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This starts before the flop when you need to decide on how much to raise with the hands you are opening and how to size your 3-bets and 4-bets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that there are different sizings to use in different scenarios, and all of them depend on your position, previous actions, and the players you are playing against. We could discuss bet sizing in particular a lot, but for the time being, it is useful to know a few basic things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When sizing up your bets, you should use the same sizes for your bluffs and your value hands so as not to tip off the strength of your hand based on the bet size.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you make a small continuation bet on the flop with your straight draw, and you want to keep bluffing with it on the turn, you should tend to make a big bet, similar to what you would do if you had flopped a set.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your bet sizes should also have a lot to do with the texture of the board you are betting on, with different boards requiring different bet sizes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, when betting on the flop, it is typically recommended to c-bet small on static boards like Ad6c6s and bigger on dynamic boards like Jh9h7s, as it is more likely your opponents connected with the latter board in some marginal way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s even more, you should always be thinking about your and your opponent\u2019s range and whose range has an advantage on the board in question.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your range contains more strong hands than your opponents, you can make bigger bets and exert maximum pressure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, when the board favors your opponent, making big bets is typically not recommended, as it puts you in a position to lose a big pot more often than win a big one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"best poker tips\" class=\"wp-image-2525901\" style=\"width:640px;height:360px\" title=\"Bet sizing is critical to properly playing a poker hand\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-746x420.jpg 746w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-373x210.jpg 373w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Jaffe-WSOP-2021-25-FT-15-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>To play an optimal poker strategy, you must be able to consider <\/em><\/strong><br><strong><em>and execute strategic bet sizes.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #4. Position is Everything<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are few poker concepts more important than the <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/poker-positions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">position at the table<\/a>. Your table position can give you all the power or get you into a world of trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure you are getting the most out of it, you should try to play more hands on the dealer button and other late positions while playing very few hands from early seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The logic here is quite simple. The more players behind you, the more of a chance that someone has a very big starting hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a position will help you extract more value from your good hands and bluff other players when you don&#8217;t have it, adding significant value to all of the hands that you play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s even more, late-position players get to go last after the flop is dealt, and that gives them a massive advantage against other players. By playing last on every street, you will gain a lot of free information, see free cards, and control the size of the pot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #5. Get Your Baselines Right<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We see new poker players constantly trying to get fancy and make big plays, but they often forget about the most basic poker strategy in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is always tempting to try and be the hero by pulling a big bluff or making a hard river call, but the truth is poker can be much simpler than this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By learning <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/what-is-gto-poker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">GTO poker<\/a> baselines very well and playing a fairly simple poker strategy, you will be able to win in most poker games out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to get too fancy or invent new plays to beat low-stakes cash games or tournaments. You need to play a good basic strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend some time looking at <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/preflop-charts\" title=\"\">preflop hand charts<\/a>, learn good bet sizings for pre and postflop action, and try not to play too deep early on. This alone should be enough to give you an edge over player fields in low-stakes games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #6. Pay Attention to the Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you are in the game, you should try to pay attention to everything that\u2019s going on, from how many chips players buy to the things they are saying and the way they are playing their cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While poker tells may not be the most reliable tool in your arsenal, there is a lot to say about picking up on players\u2019 tendencies and their general style of play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most players play far from mathematically optimal, which means there are massive errors in their games that you can exploit. If you want to play the game at the highest possible level, you should be looking to find these mistakes and find ways to capitalize on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, all of this only comes once you have mastered the basics of poker strategy, and you should not be concentrating on exploiting people\u2019s leaks too early in your poker career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, even if you are not immediately going to make some big exploits, try staying aware of your surroundings and always getting any information you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, there is a lot you can pick up even in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mypokercoaching.com\/\">online poker<\/a> games if you pay attention, so don\u2019t play too many tables and don\u2019t get distracted by less important things that have nothing to do with the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Justin-Saliba-Paying-Attention-To-Other-Poker-Players-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mastering Poker Observation. Unveiling opponents' tendencies and exploiting mistakes.\" class=\"wp-image-2525918\" style=\"width:553px;height:369px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Justin-Saliba-Paying-Attention-To-Other-Poker-Players-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Justin-Saliba-Paying-Attention-To-Other-Poker-Players-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Justin-Saliba-Paying-Attention-To-Other-Poker-Players-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Justin-Saliba-Paying-Attention-To-Other-Poker-Players.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Paying attention to your opponent&#8217;s actions will help you make better decisions. <\/em><\/strong><br><strong><em>(Photo Courtesy of Katerina Lukina)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #7. Learn to Exploit Others\u2019 Mistakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many poker players and coaches these days swear by the idea of GTO poker, which is designed to prevent others from exploiting you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, while GTO does prevent you from being exploited, it also ignores the idea of exploiting other players&#8217; mistakes, which is a mistake in the vast majority of poker games.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An average poker player makes tons of mistakes every time they play, and exploiting these mistakes is what\u2019s going to make you the big bucks, not playing optimally in every situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, imagine a player who limps every hand and calls every raise they face before the flop, which is very common in live cash games.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While GTO may still be saying to raise a range made up of value hands and bluffs to 3.5x, going for a 10x raise with your big hands and folding or overlimping with your speculative hands is going to make you more profit against this particular opponent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, imagine a player who always chases draws regardless of the price they are getting. When you notice this, go ahead and overbet both flop and turn on dynamic boards since you will likely get paid by tons of drawing hands that have limited equity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, these are extreme examples to illustrate the point. That said, exploiting the mistakes other players make is how you become a truly great poker player and how you make your win rate skyrocket.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"strategy tips\" class=\"wp-image-2525373\" style=\"width:672px;height:378px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-746x420.jpg 746w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-373x210.jpg 373w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Phil-Hellmuth-WSOP2021-100K-2-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Poker legends like Phil Hellmuth have built a career off of knowing how to exploit opponents.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #8. Defend Your Big Blind Frequently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The blinds are some of the most difficult positions in poker. Playing in the blinds forces you to play out of position, which is why many players try to avoid this situation by folding too much. And yet, you should understand that by being in the blinds, especially in the big blind, you are getting such good <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/pot-odds-in-poker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">odds<\/a> against most raises and are closing the action, so you simply need to play many hands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially true in tournament poker, as the presence of ante increases the pot size, and most players tend to make fairly small pre-flop raises.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, facing a 2.2x raise in the big blind, you will need to call 1.2bb to potentially win a pot of 5.9bb, giving you nearly 4:1 on your money. As you probably guessed, you don\u2019t need too much equity to make this call.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s even more, facing raises from late positions in the blinds, you should know that many of these raises are simple steal attempts, which means that you are in an ideal situation to re-steal and go for a re-raise to win the pot right then and there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, many professional poker players suggest never making a call out of the small blind but rather always 3-betting or folding all the hands in this particular position against an open.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are facing an early or a late position raise, you should always be aware of the amazing price you are getting on a call in the blinds, but also the implications of playing certain hands in these situations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calling raises with hands that tend to realize more of their equity, such as suited and connected hands, will make a lot of sense, while off-suit hands will often become great candidates for a re-steal against late position raisers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Lexy-Gavin-Mather-Defending-the-Big-Blind-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mastering Blind Play in Poker. Overcoming challenges of playing out of position in the blinds.\" class=\"wp-image-2525939\" style=\"width:561px;height:374px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Lexy-Gavin-Mather-Defending-the-Big-Blind-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Lexy-Gavin-Mather-Defending-the-Big-Blind-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Lexy-Gavin-Mather-Defending-the-Big-Blind-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Lexy-Gavin-Mather-Defending-the-Big-Blind.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Making big preflop three-bets is a great way to defend your big blind. <\/em><\/strong><br><strong><em>(Photo Courtesy of Katerina Lukina)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #9. Don\u2019t Be Afraid to Bluff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bluffing is an essential part of poker, but one of the biggest leaks that many players have in their game is that they are afraid to pull the trigger at the right time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we are by no means suggesting you play like a maniac and turn random hands into bluffs, we are definitely saying that knowing the right moment to bluff is of extreme importance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does bluffing pay dividends by allowing you to make your opponents fold their cards when you don\u2019t have it, but it also balances out your ranges to make you more unpredictable, which is how you get paid when you do have the goods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More important than just being willing to bluff is picking the right time to do so.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing the hands to bluff with, be aware of your equity against the ranges your opponent might call with, and make sure that you still have a way to win on later streets if your early bluffs get called.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equally as importantly, make sure not to give up on bluffs just because you got called on the flop. Changes to the board texture might let you represent a made draw, while continued pressure might be enough to simply force your opponent to fold.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aggression is key in poker, and being willing to bluff under the right circumstances is what sets poker champions apart from average players.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The Art of Bluffing in Poker. Timing and strategy for effective bluffs.\" class=\"wp-image-2525342\" style=\"width:654px;height:368px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-746x420.jpg 746w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-373x210.jpg 373w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/DSC04003-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Whether you are bluffing or have the goods, maintain a calm image <\/em><\/strong><br><strong><em>at the poker table so you do not give away tells.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Tip #10. Never Stop Studying<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is more to the game of poker than meets the eye, and the best players never stop studying it. From the basic poker strategy concepts we mentioned in this article to the more advanced ones, there will always be something left to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s even more, poker is a game that\u2019s always evolving, and the way people play today is much different from the way they played ten years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you want to keep improving as a poker player and always keep up with other players, you will need to keep studying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there are countless teaching tools and programs available these days, and getting some help from more experienced poker players is always a good idea as well.Depending on your preferred method of learning, you can try out private poker coaching or learn how to use <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/poker-solvers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">poker solvers<\/a> yourself. Whatever you pick, try to approach studying systematically and always devote some time to it while you progress through the stakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts on Our Best Poker Tips from The Pros<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though many poker players believe they are adept at the game, long-term success in poker is challenging, with only a tiny fraction of players being consistent winners. Key strategies to excel include adopting a tight playing approach, emphasizing controlled aggression, and refraining from slow-playing strong hands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, it&#8217;s imperative to manage one&#8217;s bankroll responsibly, carefully select games that match one&#8217;s skill level, and maintain realistic expectations about potential returns. Moreover, patience, avoiding distractions, and continuous learning are pivotal to becoming a successful poker player. Following these expert tips in <a href=\"http:\/\/pokercoaching.com\/blog\/how-to-play-poker\/texas-holdem-rules\/\" title=\"How To Play Texas Hold\u2019em \u2013 Poker Rules &amp; Basics\">Texas Hold&#8217;em<\/a> can significantly elevate your poker game and boost your chances of consistent success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poker Strategy FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-d7024638 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-false uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a66249a8 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is the best poker strategy?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>There is no single best poker strategy. The GTO poker strategy offers a great foundation, while exploitative adjustments can help make your strategy even more profitable. Ultimately, the way you play should depend on your opponent\u2019s tendencies, the game format you are playing in, stack depth, and many other elements.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-7be31eeb \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is the GTO poker strategy?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Game theory optimal (GTO) poker strategy is derived from mathematical models and is designed to make your actions unexploitable. The GTO strategy aims for perfect balance, creating hand ranges and betting frequencies that minimize losses and create equilibrium. Instead of looking to optimize gains, the GTO poker strategy is focused on making profit-neutral plays that will not lose over the long run regardless of your opponents\u2019 actions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-d9f07cd3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is an exploitative poker strategy?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Unlike the GTO poker strategy, an exploitative poker strategy aims to make specific adjustments that capitalize on the weaknesses in your opponents\u2019 strategies. A well-crafted exploitative poker strategy gains more EV than a GTO poker strategy while risking being exploited by deviating from unexploitative GTO hand ranges. While an exploitative poker strategy promises bigger gains, anytime you employ one, you risk being exploited yourself.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-3242ba13 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is a position in poker?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Position in poker refers to the relative position of a player in relation to other players at the table in a given hand. Position changes with every hand as the dealer button moves around the table in a clockwise manner, with all players moving by one position with each new hand. The player holding the dealer button has the best position at the table, while the one to their left, in the small blind, has the worst position in a poker hand.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-0327f9c2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is bet sizing in poker?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Bet sizing refers to the amount of chips you decide to bet or raise in any given situation. A good bet sizing strategy is a key part of a good overall poker strategy. Your bet sizing should depend on the pot size, effective stack size, board texture, and other factors. Finding a balance between small bet sizes and large bet sizes and knowing when to employ each is a big part of being a strong opponent at the poker table.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-d361ffbe \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is a hand range in poker?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A hand range is a spectrum of all possible poker hands a player can have in a certain situation. Instead of trying to pinpoint the exact hand a player is holding, evaluating their hand range allows you to come up with a spectrum of hands they could be holding. Player actions allow you to narrow down their hand range with each passing street and make educated decisions instead of wild guesses.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-6257b482 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>How should I study poker strategy?<\/strong><\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Today, there are many different ways to study poker. 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