Texas Holdem Tip #9 - Don't Assume. Observe.
We are surrounded with people in our lives that do the things we do and think the way we think. Our common interests and beliefs are the foundation for our friendships. We find support for our way of thinking from our close circle of family and friends. So, what does this have to do with winning poker?
One of the great fallacies in life is that we tend to assume that others generally think the way that we think. After all, most of the people around us do. Right? But, this is a particularly dangerous assumption at the poker tables.
There are a lot of different poker philosophies and styles of play. Let’s assume that you approach Texas Holdem this way - when you have a good starting hand, you bet big before the flop. This is a sound principle and it has worked well for you. If another player places a large bet ahead of you pre-flop, you will likely assume that they have a strong hand because that’s the way you would play it. This can be hazardous to you bankroll.
We know that texas holdem is a game of patience. It is also a game of observation. Since we know that we will only be playing the best hands, most of the game we will be sitting and watching. This is the time during the game that separates the professionals from the amateurs. Professionals will watch and remember how you bet with the different hands that you show. This is one key to understanding what kind of poker player you really are.
Don’t assume that anyone plays poker the way that you do. Observe what they do and when they do it. Use this texas holdem tip to gain an advantage over your opponents.
See you at the tables …
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