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Four Mistakes That Can Ruin a Poker Career
TournamentsDecember 20, 2017·1 min read

Four Mistakes That Can Ruin a Poker Career


Professional poker players often face challenges that can derail their careers. This article highlights four common mistakes to avoid.

The author recommends a bankroll of 500 times the average buy-in for tournament poker players. The author suggests that having a secondary job can help poker players build their bankroll more steadily. The author advises against relying on backers, as it can demoralize players and make it harder to accumulate funds. The author notes that choosing the right tournaments is crucial for poker players, as it affects their short-term and long-term goals.

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