Different Styles of Poker Players. How to Beat them on the Online Poker Games

The Intimidator
These players take the opposite route of the damsels in distress. Instead, they exude confidence and fearlessness. They are up for any challenge and battle at the poker table, but find that many male opponents choose to simply avoid that pending fight. Many guys just dont like losing to a woman, quipped one tournament playing female. When they see that I have serious skills, many of them just seem to back-off quickly. I think part of it is their ego, because they couldnt handle being outplayed by a woman. I buy so many pots on this fact alone.

Psychology of Poker
The psychology aspect of this amazing game is just as important as knowing the strategy of play. As male player S. Harris posted on an online poker chat forum, I dont trust women at the poker table. Indeed, we probably shouldnt. Like everyone that plays, they are looking for the psychological edge to exploit to better assure the biggest wins possible. Combat their efforts by harnessing your attention and thoughts. Remember to consciously work on identifying every opponents playing style and weakness.

Take the Counselors Quiz
How likely are you to be swayed by the tactics that some women players employ? Answer honestly to the following quiz questions to find out:
1. In the article, the woman who talked about wearing sexy clothes to her advantage ...
A. was named Melissa
B. was named Tina or something
C. I have no idea about her name, but I know her shirt said Im All-In

2. A gorgeous woman is flirting with you to gain an advantage at the poker table. What are your thoughts?
A. No luck lady. Poker is war.
B. I can walk and chew gum at the same time. Ill just flirt a little AND playa little.
c. Lets have some fun. I dont mind losing some money to such a lovely lady.

3. You just lost a heads up match to a skillful female player in your home tournament. Youre convinced that she bluffed you out of many pots. Which of these are you likely to be thinking?
A. Give her props. She played a great game and beat me. Ill get her next time.
B. Dont let her see that she got inside my head. Ill pretend it didnt get to me.
C. I cant believe that I couldnt beat her.
My poker buddies will never let me forget that I lost to a woman.

4. At a $3-6 Limit game, an attractive female player is encouraging you to loosen-up and trade your bottled water in for some mixed drinks. You are thinking ...
A. No thanks. I never drink when I play.
B. Why not? One or two cant hurt, but I need to keep my game face on.
C. Wheres that darn cocktail waitress?
Lets get this party started!

5. A cute younger lady sits next to you at a low limit game. She seems to be inexperienced and is struggling to keep up with the pace of the game. You ...
A. Let the dealer come to her aid, if necessary. You simply want to win her chips.
B. Give her some tips and guidance so she can keep up, but try not to allow it her affect your play against her. Youd still check-raise her.
C. Come to her rescue and play softer against her. Taking her money is hardly even a sport. So, how do you rate? Add up your total number with the following scoring guide:

Each A response is worth 0 points, each B is 1 point, and each C is 2. 0-1 total points You are a serious, calculated poker player. You are never going to let a single dime slip from your bankroll due to a womans psychological ploys. Or, maybe you are just lying about your answers!

2-4 You arent likely to donate too much money due to a ladys savvy. You also arent a robot, so you can have a little fun at the tables.

5-7 Be careful. Youve been playing with fire, and you may have already been burned. Next time you sit at a table, be sure to check yourself and your focus. 8-10 OK, you think you are a ladies man, huh? Do you remember the quote in the article where the woman said she could instantly tell who her marks were? Well, that is you. Set a budget on how much you are willing to lose each session and have fun!