In this episode, JWIN shares his journey from corporate success to life as a high-stakes professional poker player. He explains why leaving a secure career wasn’t as reckless as it seemed and how mindset, not luck, determines long-term success in poker. Jay reflects on overcoming major downswings, building mental resilience, and the importance of structured study routines. He also highlights the challenges of balancing poker with family life and offers honest advice to those considering going pro, urging them to pursue it for love of the game, not the illusion of freedom. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode
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169 - Vlastimil Pustina - Vlastimil on Mastery, Mindset & Meaning
Vlastimil, a former law student turned professional poker player, shared his journey from accidentally discovering poker during law school to becoming a dedicated cash game player. He discussed the challenges of transitioning from low to high stakes, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes, including better money management and a healthier routine. Vlastimil highlighted the significance of mental preparation, such as meditation, visualization, and physical exercise, in enhancing his performance. He also stressed the value of investing in personal development and seeking professional help to improve both the mental and physical aspects of his game. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode
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168 - Samuel Mullur - Sam’s Rise Through Mindset, Mentors & the Mental Game
Meet Sam, a 27-year-old poker player, shared his journey from gaming to poker, highlighting his meteoric rise from casual play to high-stakes tournaments. He emphasized the importance of networking and mentorship, noting a pivotal realization that collaboration accelerated his growth. Sam discussed overcoming a significant downswing by maintaining good bankroll management and leveraging small victories. He credited his mental strength, developed through meditation, gratitude practices, and mental coaching, as crucial to his success. Sam also underscored the value of a positive mindset and enjoying the journey, rather than focusing solely on results.
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167 - Stephen Baker - A Game Poker Office Hours Webinar
A Game Poker Office Hours Webinar w: Stephen Baker on October 17th
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166 - Henrik Johansson - From Poker to Real Estate
Today’s guest is Henrik Johansson. Henrik, a former high-stakes poker player, discussed his early poker journey, starting at age 13 and progressing to playing at the highest levels. He emphasized his strategy of shallow stacking and the mentorship from "Luck 123," which focused on bankroll management, tilt control, and table selection. Henrik transitioned out of poker due to lack of motivation and founded Temple, a real estate company aiming to help young people become homeowners by renting apartments with the option to buy. Temple's innovative model addresses housing affordability and has attracted interest from major investors. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode
The Mindset Advantage is a weekly Poker Podcast hosted by mindset coaches Elliot Roe. Each episode they are joined by a top poker player to discuss how to become a better player by improving your mindset.
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