Blackjack Tips

Being successful at blackjack takes more than basic knowledge of the game. You have to know some of the secrets and some of the special techniques that many players know but few are willing to share. Here are some great Blackjack Tips that will point you in the right direction.

Tip 1 – Table Selection

It is hardly ever a good idea to sit down at the first table you see. Most people want to get right into the action and start winning money. But, patience is a key. Look for a table that a lot of people seem to be winning at. You don't want to play at an empty table but you don’t always want to play at a full table (unless you are counting cards). Take some time to watch a few tables, and then make a decision on which one you want to sit down at.


Tip 2 – Learn to Focus

Let's be honest – casinos are distracting places. Their business is excitement and they usually deliver it. They have loud noises, bright lights flashing and people yelling when they win. This is not exactly the most conductive environment for focusing on a game. Practice blocking out external factors and focusing only on the game you are playing. It may be difficult at first but with a little bit of practice, you can really gin an edge over other players.


Tip 3 – Use Smart Bankroll Management

It is important to manage your bankroll. Without doing this, you will go bust faster than you can say blackjack. While most people think they are managing their bankroll, they rarely are. They think setting aside money only for gambling is enough but bankroll management is so much more. For example, you should only sit down at a table with 5% of your total bankroll. That way, if you go bust, which does happen even to the best players, you still have sufficient funding to play the next time you come back. Also, play at a limit you can afford. Your buyin should be 20x your standard bet size. Lastly, know when to walk away. If you are having a bad day, stop playing. There is no need to win all your money back right now. It is more common to lose more money than it is to win money back.
It goes without saying that you should only bet with money you can afford to lose. If you are gambling with next month rent money, or the money for your children's Christmas presents, you are going to run into problems.


Tip 4 – Use Proper Etiquette

Just because you are sitting at a high intensity poker table it does not mean that basic human respect goes out the window. Treat the other players at the table as you would like to be treated.
Never be rude to the dealer. Believe it or not, they are just doing their job, trying to make a living. They have no influence on the outcome of the cards. For some strange reason, people feel that if they yell and berate the dealer, they will get better cards. I have never seen this happening. Show the dealer respect and tip them when appropriate. They will appreciate it and your overall gambling experience will be more exciting.


Tip 5 – Learn As Much As You Can

This tip should be quite obvious but not everybody understands it. Most people get a basic understanding of the game then head right to the tables. While it is important to gain valuable experience, it is even more important to always be a student of the game and always be learning. There are so many different intricacies and little things about blackjack that sets apart a casual player from one who consistently profits. To learn these things, it takes time and effort. Just because you know the basic rules, that doesn't mean you can stop learning.


If you follow the above blackjack tips, you will drastically improve your blackjack game. You will win more money, you will have a more exciting time, and you will not have to worry about losing all your money playing blackjack. Head over to the tables, play responsibly and have fun!

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