Being Balanced in Poker
Picture this, you arrive at the river with the stone-cold nuts. Eager to make as much money as possible, you push all-in. Alas, your opponent folds; it must not be…
3 Common Beginner Mistakes at Micro Stakes
In the time I have been coaching, there are many common mistakes that students who are new to poker make. From what I see, it’s due to a lack of…
Defending Your Big Blind
One of the easiest places to lose a ton of value in poker is with poor big blind (BB) defense. For example, you could be calling pre-flop too frequently, causing…
The Importance of Suitedness and Connectedness in Poker
Raw equity is often over-valued in poker. The raw equity of a hand is its chance to win at a showdown vs. our opponent’s range when there are no other…
How to Effectively Study Poker
Poker can be a cruel mistress. You’ll have losing sessions and downswings; these are guaranteed. The mental aspect of poker is a subject that has always fascinated me and often…
How to Deal with Losing Sessions
Poker can be a cruel mistress. You’ll have losing sessions and downswings; these are guaranteed. The mental aspect of poker is a subject that has always fascinated me and often…
When to Leave the Poker Table
Choosing the optimal time to leave the game can be the key to both your long and short-term results. This article shows you what you need to look out for…
Dealing with Aggressive Players
We all know the aggressive player, i.e., the maniac. They seem like they’re bullying everyone on the table, betting each street and taking no prisoners. It can be daunting when…
Essential Poker Math, Expanded Edition is a #1 Best-Selling Book!
Launched just over a month ago, our latest book, Essential Poker Math, Expanded Edition has become a hit! It is now officially an Amazon #1 Best Selling Poker Book! Thanks…
How Your Math Knowledge Can Be Applied at the Poker Table
Introduction Although it might seem to be impossibly complex and daunting to the untrained observer, in reality, poker essentially amounts to solving a big mathematics problem. There will always be…