One of the most familiar laments new players make? If they only played against better players, they wouldn't get sucked out on so much and they'd be able to make more money.

The flaw in this thinking should be fairly obvious. Bad players make mistakes; mistakes equal money.

Where the Money Comes From

When you're playing poker, you're hoping to make money. But where does this "money" come from?

From your opponent making mistakes - i.e. he calls too much before the flop, draws without getting the required odds, bluffs too often, etc.

These are all blunders that directly equate to ... Read more »