James Nidds is a 58-year-old amateur player and LI Chess Club regular rated 1808 (US Chess) at the time of this recording. He offers a great deal of advice and perspective on chess improvement as an adult. Talking points include the following & more:
- Beginners should focus on these THREE things
- The FOUR characteristics all good players possess
- How to handle opponents who play aggressively
- Why the 2000 Kasparov-Kramnik match changed James' approach permanently
- A sample chess study regimen
- James' belief that electronic training tools are more effective than books
- Why the idea that amateurs "should not spend too much time on openings" may be inaccurate for some players
Referenced:
Viktor Korchnoi - Sofia Polgar Speed Chess Match
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