The Mechanics of Poker Podcast MOPP E25 - Matt "ILuvAvrilLavigne91" Marinelli How to make millions playing online cash-games
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Aug 1, 2023 Matt Marinelli, a professional poker player, shares his experiences and strategies for online cash games. He discusses his transformation from 100NL to 5KNL, overcoming downswings, and shaping a winning mindset. Topics also include the importance of professionalism, deliberate practice, and maintaining work-life balance. The power of grit, cultivating a routine, and quantifying the importance of different poker situations are also discussed. Matt emphasizes the significance of confidence and provides insights into switching to ACR as well as prioritizing leaks to improve poker strategy.
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Inspiration from Nick Howard
- Matt Marinelli's poker career began after being inspired by Nick Howard's success on social media.
- Seeing an American win big in online poker motivated him to pursue it professionally.
Transitioning to Pro
- Take calculated risks and maintain a backup plan when turning pro.
- Matt worked part-time while playing poker, transitioning to full-time after crushing 2/5.
Value of Coaching
- Invest in coaching to accelerate your poker learning process.
- View coaching as an apprenticeship for gaining valuable knowledge and speeding up progress.