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07 Deadly Mistakes to Avoid
This series of articles has been written by Jonathan Burgess, a Betfair Accredited Trainer and author of www.false-favourites.co.uk. As an experienced punter, he has some wide advice to share, however his advice and opinions represent his personal views and not those of Betfair.
5. Discipline
"Lack of discipline will undermine your progress"... Read more | Comment now
1. Planning
You must be prepared, have a plan. "Without preparation you will fail before you begin"... Read more | Comment now
2. Patience
"You need plenty of patience to become a profitable punter"... Read more | Comment now
3. You need to be consistent
Most punters continue to lose on a regular basis because they are not emotionally prepared and don't follow even the most basic betting essentials.... Read more | Comment now
4. Greed will lead to losses
Most punters are greedy; this greed clouds their view of what to realistically expect in return from bets.... Read more | Comment now
6. Laziness
"It is a natural human characteristic to get away with putting in very little effort"... Read more | Comment now
7. Learn from your mistakes
"Gain a valuable edge and take advantage from past mistakes, by keeping good records"... Read more | Comment now
8. Betting banks
"Why you should never bet without one"... Read more | Comment now
9a. Staking Plans and Betting Banks - backing
"How they work"... Read more | Comment now
9b. Staking plans and betting banks - laying
"How they work"... Read more | Comment now
10. Emotion
"Learn how psychology and emotion can undermine your success"... Read more | Comment now
11. Take some time out
"When we take a break our minds become refreshed and more focused on what we have to do"... Read more | Comment now
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