Articles
In-depth guides on poker theory, mindset, and the logistics of professional play.
The Math of Taking a Day Off
Why working seven days a week buys less than you think and costs more than you notice.
Where Your Win Rate Comes From
The simple economic model behind every cash game win rate.
The Trapdoor Principle
A simple heuristic that stops you from talking yourself into expensive calls.
The Climb Was the Point
How reaching high stakes reveals what really drives you in poker.
Beyond Downswings: Why Extended Breakeven Runs Are Inevitable
Learn why breakeven runs are a natural part of poker and how to handle them effectively.
How to Be Contrarian and Right in Poker
Three contrarian ideas that have made me successful in my poker career.
Learn to Embrace Loss Aversion
The fundamental cognitive bias which makes poker so stressful.
The Three Pillars of Poker Theory
Learn about the building blocks of game theory optimal poker strategy.
Stop Comparing Your Results to Others'
The mathematical reason why comparing yourself to other poker players is misguided.
High Performers vs. Low Performers
Three patterns that separate winners from losers in poker.
When and How To Check Results
How to set realistic expectations for your results over small and medium sample sizes.
How to Cope With Downswings
How to play your best during a major downswing.
The Art of Preventing a Monster Downswing
How to stay sane while moving up in stakes.
Selection Bias in Variance Calculations
How to use the PrimeDope variance calculator the right way.
You Should Probably Stop Playing Zoom
The dangerous hidden costs of fast-fold formats.
The Reason You're Losing at Low Stakes
The real difference between how winners and losers approach the game.
The Money Spreadsheet
How volume, win rate, and stakes affect your income in drastically different ways.