Recent content by BenMachineSmith

Recent content by BenMachineSmith

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  1. BenMachineSmith

    What is the best way to rebuild a bankroll after going broke?

    I'd say, make sure you love the game type. This game will make you feel sick sometimes, so you best love it to death! Secondly improve your approach. Seek out all different pieces of good advice. This includes mental game improvements as well. Remember, we all start as theory fish, and as...
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    When should you move down limits/stakes?

    Agree with this 100% But I will say, in terms of buy ins, it depends on a few factors. Firstly, can you top back up easily? Or is this it? If it is it, then obviously you should have more buy ins. If you can top back up, then you can be more aggressive with your bankroll. From a Professional...
  3. BenMachineSmith

    Update PCF August Changes and PCF Poker Coming Soon!

    Looking good 👍🏻
  4. BenMachineSmith

    How often do you review your playing statistics?

    Best way is to keep records. Just make sure the samples are large enough. If you're online and you care about your results then a tracker is your best bet. So HM3/PT4/Hand2Note etc
  5. BenMachineSmith

    How Often Do You Review Hands With Software?

    As a professional I regularly review them. Playing devils advocate with yourself is the best way to understand all possible outcomes. It also allows us to measure them against each other. Most players only look at their winners, and/or losers. I try and snap my students out of that. It's...
  6. BenMachineSmith

    Is learning poker math actually necessary?

    I just wrote an article about this under the strategy section. Feel free to check it out :) Run well ladies and gents
  7. BenMachineSmith

    Poker Math 101

    If you ever wanted to understand more about the math within the game, then I got you. By understanding a little about the maths in game, you will be sharper, more objective, and have a relevant measurement! Enjoy 👌 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cnyc1zpcV/
  8. BenMachineSmith

    How has your bluffing strategy changed over time?

    Most definitely. I realised that if you break the game down, you can identify when it's right to bluff. Best example is when too much of villains range folds. For example, if I know you fold 35%(broken draws/floats etc) of the time on this river, then as long as I go half pot or smaller, I have...
  9. BenMachineSmith

    How do you deal with brain fog?

    From my experience of brain fog, there has been one effort that has reduced it by a fair margin. That has been "mindfulness meditation." If anyone wants the one i use then let me know and ill link it. I would describe it as a massage for the brain. Also only takes 10 mins! I use it as...
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    *Ben "Machine" Smith Poker Coaching*

    ❄️Be like Ryan and Jonny this winter, and change your poker game!!❄️ My name is Ben Smith. I am a Professional Poker Player and coach. I offer coaching for NLHE MTTs, SNGs, and Cash Games. I offer some of the best value coaching around at £22.50/$32.14/€27.31/CAN$44.33 P/H. I provide discounts...
  11. BenMachineSmith

    Is poker "gambling" or "investing"?

    Technically poker is gambling, yes. But once you are educated on how to make money within this game, then it can become an investment. You are investing in your ability to understand situations, and to critically analyse every situation you find yourself in.
  12. BenMachineSmith

    Should you ever play poker while "under the influence"?

    I think it depends on the context. So for most players who play casually, drinking doesnt matter, since your aim isnt to maximize how much you can win. For anybody who is actively trying to win, then for most part, you shouldnt play under the influence. The game is one of the most complex...
  13. BenMachineSmith

    Should casinos ban phones at the table entirely?

    I think in most scenarios phones should be banned as they are already(streamers, first timers etc should get more leeway). Rules are there for a reason. Stops any potential collusion as well.
  14. BenMachineSmith

    Can you turn professional poker player through playing home games?

    There is a semi famous pro that plays home games at a very high percentage, almost 100%. His name is MJ Gonzalez. He was the guy that coached Daniel Negreanu to play the heads up game vs Doug Polk.
  15. BenMachineSmith

    Is it safe to play online internet poker?

    Yer, if you can make sure it's regulated. Its kind of like going to an underground game. Once its not regulated you are at the mercy of the site. So do your research boys and girls 👍🏻
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