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4.4 Poker Decisions
Each time it’s your turn to act then you should be thinking through the same thought process.
- How are my opponents playing – Aggressively? Conservatively? Tentatively?
- What are some of the hands my opponents are likely to hold - based on the above?
- What do my opponents think I have? - If I have a tight image then my opponents will probably put me on a good hand
- Am I in good position or bad position – Early, Middle or Late position?
Once I have answered the above I can then decide on what action to take:
Should I bet (or raise)?
- If I think I have the best hand – I will nearly always bet or raise.
- If I think I can force weak opponents out of the pot then I will bet or raise.
- If I have a good draw on and I think there is a good chance my opponents will fold I nearly always bet or raise.
Should I check (or fold)?
- If I think I have the worst hand – most of the time I will fold
- If I think my opponents are strong – most of the time I will fold
- If I’m on a draw but not getting a good price – I will always fold
If after the analysis of the above two questions I don’t think I should bet or raise and I don’t think I should check or fold, then the conclusion is that calling is a correct move.
By following the above thought process each time a decision is made you can ensure that you are consistent in making good decisions, and limit mistakes you make by not thinking through a decision.
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