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Always a Winner!Before you lay down a lot of money at the tables and machines in casinos, you should also consider all of the freebies you can get from simply being there. Casinos give away over one billion dollars a year in free stuff to valued customers. From the high roller level of suites, meals and credit to the small time repeater gamblers with discounts on meals, transportation and shows, there are hundreds of ways to make a visit to the casino profitable-without spending a dime. Dave Apostolico, poker and gambling expert, explains how gamblers can get paid to play, which casinos have the best comps, inside rules that work to your advantage, the ideal games for comps, special promotions, discounts and credit.

The invitation-only Professional Poker Tour is strictly limited to the top 200 players in the world. David Apostolico is one of the elite, and he found that going up against other poker masters every day was like attending an incomparable seminar. He takes you through specific hands that he either played or observed, giving detailed analyses that will teach you how to think like a pro. Assessment and adaptability are key factors for survival and success in fast-moving games with experienced players. Smart strategy is your greatest asset, and by studying the extensive hands in this book, you''ll learn the tactics and approaches of legendary winners. Most poker books focus on the math and science of poker. But the pros know that there really are no hard and fast rules, and that playing "by the book" will only get you so far before your game becomes completely transparent. By studying the real-world strategies of players like Doyle Brunson, T. J. Cloutier, Billy Baxter, Berry Johnson, and many others--brought to you by one who''s been there--you can raise your game to the next level, and have a great time doing it. "David Apostolico has just delivered his third book telling you how to destroy your opponents at the poker table. I loved all of them and feel everybody should add all three to their poker library." --Tom McEvoy, WSOP champion and co-author of the Championship series of poker booksDavid Apostolico plays in dozens of poker tournaments each year. He has won tournaments in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and online.

Outperform The Competition At Any LevelIn Lessons from the Pro Poker Tour, David Apostolico explored the tournament strategies that have taken professionals like Doyle Brunson, T.J. Cloutier, and Billy Baxter to the very top. Now he shows you how to apply those advanced techniques and tactics to all kinds of no-limit hold''em tournaments--multi-table, single table, online, satellites, sit and go--so that you can win at every level in every arena, from freerolls to big money events. Think Like A ProApostolico provides in-depth analysis of hands he''s encountered in real-life games, plus key sample hands that cover crucial poker concepts. He reveals the thought processes that go into making the smartest decision, no matter what cards you''re dealt or what environment you''re playing in. In learning to think like a pro, you''ll also learn to anticipate your opponents'' moves, and you''ll acquire strategies that can be used to throw even the most experienced players off their game. Apostolico recounts notable hands he''s played with some of the best in the business, including Barry Greenstein and John Phan, and also offers insights gleaned from his many years on the circuit, as well as advice on adapting and evolving your strategy to suit each game. Improve Your OddsWhether you''re aiming to dominate your neighborhood game or make your first inroads into the big money tournaments, Lessons from the Felt provides the expertise and analysis you need to improve your skills, your odds, and your enjoyment. David Apostolico is the author of Lessons from the Pro Poker Tour, Tournament Poker and the Art of War, and Machiavellian Poker Strategy. He plays in dozens of poker tournaments each year and has won tournaments in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and online.

In this book, an experienced poker player takes the game's philosophy and applies it to various business situations. Readers learn how to develop a poker mind-set to help them in all aspects of their business lives. Whether you are negotiating a deal, managing your finances, marketing products, running a business or trying to climb the corporate ladder, a solid poker strategy can prove invaluable. Before making a move in any of these areas, you should read this insightful book to learn how to play your hand with maximum strength.