Formula To Success

(For NL Texas Holdem Cash Games)

This formula works because the content/training is delivered in action-sized potions so you actually get immediate results. It's not too much or overwhelming information.

1. Make sure you are familiar with the content found under Texas Holdem 101 Menu

The content can be found in the Texas Holdem 101 Section

2. Watch the following NL Texas Holdem Videos by Outstanding Poker Pro Tim/atta22

Start With Video #11 and work your way up.

Once you have viewed and studied the above videos you may proceed to watch the remainder of the atta22 video collection. Visit the videos section, select Tim/atta22 as the coach and click on the search button. You may also want to view other coaches' videos after reviewing all atta22 videos.

3. Read and Review all Poker Strategy Articles

Articles can be found here. These articles talk about theory and strategy related to No-Limit Texas Holdem.

4. Start Playing Online. Start with micro stakes.

We recommend starting in the lowest limit games offered ($.05/$.10 and $.25/$.50) until you have confidence in your skill level. We suggest that you play to increase your bankroll enough to comfortably play in higher limit games.

A basic bankroll management guide

Here are some general guidelines for figuring out what stakes you should be playing based on your skill level:

50NL ($0.50 big blind)

  • ⇒ You are confident in your preflop game (know what hands play well in what situations)
  • ⇒ You understand position and it's impacts, both pre-flop and post-flop
  • ⇒ You have a good idea of what your opponent might hold by the river
  • ⇒ You have a reasonable feel of when to continuation bet
  • ⇒ You have at least a $500 bankroll

100NL (1$ big blind)

  • ⇒ You are confident at playing draws and making semi-bluffs
  • ⇒ You can fold strong hands (AA/KK) unimproved
  • ⇒ You're aggressive in position
  • ⇒ You are raising pre-flop with a wide range of hands (not just AJ+ and AA-JJ)
  • ⇒ You have over $1200 in your bankroll

200NL ($2 big blind)

  • ⇒ You are capable of putting your entire stack in on a draw
  • ⇒ You are beginning to be able to play one hand while holding another
  • ⇒ You can change gears (ie. Playing loose vs. tight)
  • ⇒ You have over $3000 in your bankroll

400NL ($4 big blind)

  • ⇒ You can identify profitable steals pre-flop
  • ⇒ You can accurately identify the likely fold equity of your opponents
  • ⇒ Position factors heavily into your play
  • ⇒ You know how to manipulate the pot size
  • ⇒ You have $8,000+

1000NL ($10 big blind) and above

  • ⇒ The line you take doesn't define your hand
  • ⇒ You're good at identifying post-flop steal opportunities
  • ⇒ Your out-of-position opponents must hold a strong hand to win a pot from you
  • ⇒ You understand the real math of the game
  • ⇒ You have $20,000

New players:

  1. Decide on how much money you are willing to put into your bankroll. We suggest $50-200 for beginner players who are keen to improve their poker skills.
  2. Improve your poker skills - playing poker, reading poker articles and tips.
  3. Use this strategy to move up levels.

Existing Customers:

  1. Calculate if you are playing at the correct levels according to your bankroll. For example if you have been playing at $0.50/$1 tables with a bankroll of $200 you need to change limits. One bad run will empty your bankroll.
  2. Use your existing bankroll or top up if needed.
  3. Improve your poker skills - playing, reading poker articles and tips.
  4. Use this strategy to move up levels.

Moving up and moving down

When you move up a level you will be playing against more skilful players on average. This means that the games will be tougher, so be prepared to move down when you need to.

Indicators that your skill level has improved

  1. You have become a proven winner for a reasonable length of time.
  2. You have a distinct reason for 90% of your actions.
  3. You start to notice errors in the play of your opponents.
  4. You are willing to move back down if your move is unsuccessful.

5. Discuss Poker Strategy in the Discussion Forums

Actively post in the members forums. Post your hands and get feedback from members and the Outstanding Poker Pros.

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