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  1. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Is "tipping the dealer" mandatory, even after a small pot?

    So when I win a small pot, maybe just enough to cover for my data, tipping sometimes feels heavy. I respect the dealers, but players too are struggling. So, I tip when I can, but it's not mandatory.
  2. uptrendfinancialsignal

    How do you handle a "hygiene issue" with another player at the table

    Sometimes, the table hygiene is so lacking and within 10 minutes, you would want to change the table. So, you have to know that basic hygiene is not a luxury. Bad body odour at the table is demeaning. I think the casino should try to enforce simple freshness policy. What do you think?
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    General Strategy Are solvers ruining the fun of poker for recreational players?

    I was actually watching a livestream and the way some guys talk about GTO is very concerning. I think the human instinct is gradually disappearing. Even a small friendly cash game, people would still run to solvers. Poker used to be about reads and table talk. Now it’s charts and screenshots.
  4. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Which business can i be able to run on autopilot?

    The word “autopilot” is almost mythological. I was so surprised when someone said the POS business runs itself. That's a white lie. Every business venture requires supervision
  5. uptrendfinancialsignal

    General Strategy What's your go-to strategy for playing low-stakes cash games?

    People love to call too much. What I do is simple. Bluff less and bet your strong hands heavily. Also, don't try to impress anybody.
  6. uptrendfinancialsignal

    General Strategy Do you have a pre-game routine before playing poker?

    My routine is a small stretch and a quick review of the last session I had. If I jump in without better preparation, I would play loose. I don't underestimate preparation at all.
  7. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Best poker books that changed your game?

    The Mental Game of Poker hit me differently, no doubt . That book made me realize that poker is a long-term grind and it strictly needs discipline.
  8. uptrendfinancialsignal

    What's the most epic poker comeback you've witnessed?

    I saw a guy come back from 2bb stack once. The tournament was almost done and everybody has already counted him out. He doubled three times and that was it.
  9. uptrendfinancialsignal

    How Do You Reset After a Brutal Session?

    Bad beat can be a pain in the ass. Sometimes you just have to take a walk away for a while untill you are more composed to play again. You can't jump straight back into tables with anger.
  10. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Online Poker vs. Live Poker: Where Do You Think the Real Edge Is Now?

    I think I prefer online. Based on my experience, the edge you get is so huge. Live is more psychological and it needs more patience too.
  11. uptrendfinancialsignal

    At What Point Does Bankroll Management Become Too Nit-Ty?

    My brother, some people are overprotecting $200 bankroll like it's a school certificate. Could you believe that I saw someone refuse a level up a game because it was “5% over his limit.” Discipline is good, yes flexibility is good sometimes.
  12. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Should poker be an Olympic sport?

    People compare poker to chess. It requires skill, mental endurance and discipline. But Olympic committee and gambling are two different things. Poker deserves respect as a skill game, yes butI don’t see the Olympics accepting it anytime soon. Some ideas sound good in theory but in reality it's...
  13. uptrendfinancialsignal

    Are VR (Virtual Reality) poker rooms the future of the online game?

    I watched someone try VR recently and he said it was immersive. You actually feel present at the table. But the cost of the equipment? Not small at all. Strictly speaking, accessibility will determine if it will grow. VR sounds nice, but will average players invest in headsets just to play cards?
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    Will AI eventually make online poker unplayable?

    Tech is really moving too fast. First we saw the tracking software, now AI tools is everywhere. If solvers become predominant, average players will struggle for real. But we cannot deny that poker has always evolved. Maybe sites management should step up with their detection tools.
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    Should re-entries be limited to one per person to protect the prize pool?

    I was watching a tournament stream and one guy fired like four bullets.😂 That actually changes the dynamics. It would be fair if re-entry was limited. But I understand organizers want bigger prize pools but there should be limitations. What do you think?
  16. uptrendfinancialsignal

    What’s the best "non-poker" job that translates well to poker skills?

    I was thinking about this today. I think it's sales or trading. These two things force you to learn risk management. I think any job where you must control your emotions under stress helps. Poker is less about cards and more about discipline. If your job teaches you patience and calculated...
  17. uptrendfinancialsignal

    How do you handle a "downswing" that lasts more than 3 months?

    I know someone who have been on a losing stretch and it’s mentally draining. Sometimes, you study, review hands, but still losing. Then, after a while you start doubting your own ability. When something like this happened, do you take a break? Move down?
  18. uptrendfinancialsignal

    How do you play against someone who is clearly using a solver on their phone?

    I was watching a live game last weekend and one guy kept checking his phone every tough spot. It was obvious something strategic was running there. His bet sizes were too “perfect.” That kind of thing kills the natural vibes of the table. If someone is using a solver live, do you adjust by...
  19. uptrendfinancialsignal

    How many "buy-ins" do you really need to feel safe at your current stakes?

    Since this morning, I’ve been calculating numbers in my head. People say 20 buy-ins is fine, others say 50 is the minimum. Only God knows how someone is supposed to feel “safe” in a game with so much variance. Even with 30 buy-ins, one bad stretch can shake you.
  20. uptrendfinancialsignal

    At what point do you decide to "move down" in stakes to rebuild?

    I just finished a session now and stared at my balance for like 5 minutes. Be honest, at what point do you accept that you need to move down? Because ego is a dangerous thing. You tell yourself it’s just variance, but your bankroll keeps shrinking. Sometimes I feel like moving down early is smarter.

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