Join Andrew Neeme as he breaks down the financial highs and lows of his poker vlog, explores game selection strategies, and tackles the realities of the poker grind during Las Vegas' offseason.
Andrew Neeme: Andrew Neeme is a professional poker player and vlogger known for his insightful and entertaining content that he shares with his audience. Based in Las Vegas, he travels and plays poker, documenting his experiences through his popular vlog. Andrew uses an analytical approach to track his poker performance using tools such as Poker Journal, though he has expressed concerns about the app's lack of updates. His vlog takes viewers through his poker sessions, where he shares his strategies, thought processes, and the emotional highs and lows of playing high-stakes games. As of the transcript provided, Andrew has reported winnings of $34,260 across cash games and tournaments, with an hourly win rate of $74 in cash games. He has a varied experience playing different stakes, ranging from 1-2 no limit to 5-10-20 no limit, including Pot Limit Omaha (PLO). Andrew's background also includes the creation of a platform called handhistorylounge.com to facilitate poker strategy discussions among players. He is also the founder of Favorable Apparel, a clothing line for poker enthusiasts. His approach to the game encompasses a balance of technical skill and the psychological aspects of poker, making him a well-rounded player and coach in the community.
Record Keeping: Use a reliable app or method to track your winnings, losses, hours played, and other relevant data for analysis.
Hourly Win Rate: Consider the importance of your hourly win rate as a measure of poker success and an indicator for potential full-time play viability.
Session Analysis: Regularly review and analyze the number of hours you play and the quality of your sessions to identify patterns and areas for improvement.
Game Selection: Be selective about the games you join; consider the quality of opponents and potential profitability before sitting down.
Hand Review: Review and reflect on interesting or significant hands to improve decision-making and strategic thinking.
Psychological Resilience: Manage emotions effectively and stay focused even during downswings or when sessions don't go as planned.
Maximizing Value: Go for maximal value with strong hands but be aware of the board texture and potential opponent holdings.
Adaptability: Be prepared to adapt your strategy based on game dynamics, opponent behavior, and situational factors.
Seasonal Considerations: Understand the seasonal flow of poker traffic and adjust your play schedule accordingly for the best opportunities.
Bankroll Management: Ensure proper bankroll management to sustain through variance and downswings without significantly affecting your livelihood.
Poker Record Keeping: Discusses the importance of tracking poker results using an app to monitor wins, losses, hours played, and location. Suggests that any basic tracking app is sufficient even though the one currently used, Poker Journal, is no longer updated.
Analysis of Personal Poker Data: Analyzes personal poker data, focusing on total win-loss, hours played, and hourly win rate. Reflects on how these metrics provide insights into poker performance and earning potential.
Game Selection and Strategy: Describes experiences and strategies at different poker games in Las Vegas, including game dynamics at the Bellagio and the Wynn. Highlights the adjustment of strategies based on the types of players and the stakes involved.
Poker Hand Analysis: Details specific poker hands played, including strategic decisions made at each stage of the game. Emphasizes the importance of hand reading, situational awareness, and maximizing value.
Poker Lifestyle: Explores the balance between playing poker and creating poker-related content (vlogging). Discusses the trade-off between time spent at the poker table and time dedicated to engaging with the poker community through vlogging.
Product Promotion: Mentions the expansion of personal brand merchandise called Favorable Apparel and the interest from the audience. Shows an understanding of the additional business aspect of being a poker player and vlogger.
Poker Session Reflections: Shares reflections on a specific poker session, including the emotional aspects of winning and losing, the importance of persistence, and the reality of variance in poker.
Drone Footage and Vlogging: Touches upon the use of drone footage for enhancing vlog content and the setbacks faced with drone repairs. Illustrates the commitment to providing quality content for viewers.
This article is a summary of the video Total Profit/Loss on the Vlog So Far by Andrew Neeme published on August 03, 2017 at 12:00:08.
Q: How can I effectively track my poker performance and results? A: Use a tracking app that records wins, losses, hours played, location, and stakes. While the specific app Poker Journal is no longer recommended due to lack of updates, any basic tracking app with these features should suffice.
Q: What strategies can I use to put in enough hours at the tables to meet my poker goals? A: Set a monthly hour goal based on your game stakes, like 150 hours for 1-2 or 1-3 stakes, or 125-150 hours for 2-5 or 5-10 stakes. Track your hours to ensure you're meeting these targets to enhance the probability of moving up in stakes.
Q: How do I manage emotional swings in poker, especially during downswings or when premium hands don't win? A: Maintain a balanced perspective and avoid letting short-term outcomes affect your decision-making. Stay focused on long-term strategy and accept that variance is part of the game.
Q: What can I do to accurately assess and improve my hourly win rate? A: Keep detailed records of your sessions and analyze them to understand your performance. Be aware that short-term success may not always translate to long-term viability, so continually refine your strategy.
Q: How can I select the most profitable poker games and avoid playing against regulars? A: Assess the quality of games before joining, looking for tables with fewer regular players. Prefer games with a good mix of player types and avoid those where regulars dominate.
Q: What are some techniques to maximize value from strong hands? A: Bet for value when you have a strong hand and consider your opponents' possible hands when deciding on the size of your bets. Aim to extract the maximum value without overplaying your hand.
Q: How do I navigate complex poker situations like deciding when to flat call or put in a three bet? A: Assess the situation based on factors like your hand strength, your position, the betting pattern of your opponents, and your perceived image at the table. Practice and experience will help refine these decisions.
Q: What should I do when facing technical mishaps, like drone repairs for vlogging, that distract from poker? A: Plan for technical issues by setting aside time and budget for equipment maintenance. When possible, delegate repairs or use alternatives to minimize the impact on your poker focus.