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Top Ten Poker Tips
No matter what sort of poker game you are playing in, there are a number of effective strategies you must follow in order to increase your chances of winning. I have provided below a list of the ten best poker tips to follow to keep the money rolling in your direction.
1. Know when to hold'em, and know when to fold'em.
Most beginners play way too many starting hands; in fact top players typically play between 20 to 30% of their starting hands. When you're just starting out playing poker, you want to play poker, and that means staying in hands that aren't very good just to be part of the action. But playing more doesn't mean winning more. In fact it usually means losing more! Concentrate on higher value starting hands and help remove the luck element of the game.
2. Choose less skilful opponents.
If you want to win money choose your opponents wisely. Although this sounds obvious you should play at the betting limits where you stand a better chance of beating the majority of players. Move down in limits if you are having difficulty winning money. Don't be greedy and always leave your ego at the door.
3. Understand player position.
Not only is it important to play strong hands, it is also important in what position you play them. For example, the ideal position is the Button, as you are last to act, and have the advantage of (click here to read the entire article)
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