Poker players are always looking for new strategies and tactics that will give them the edge in a game. But poker success often boils down to the things you don’t do.

• Don’t tune out. Most of the time when you’re playing on PartyPoker you aren’t in a hand, so keep busy by observing the other players. Use the software’s notes feature to write down your reads on the opponents/
• Don’t run distracting programs. When you play PartyPoker, try to only have the game software open. Close your web browser, and shut down Skype and other instant messaging programs.
• Don’t let other people interrupt. Sometimes people think playing poker is a pastime like watching TV. It’s fun, but you need to concentrate when there’s a big payout looming. If you’re playing an important game, take your laptop somewhere private and close the door.

You’re the boss when you’re a poker player! And at work, your boss would soon come down on you if you spent all day browsing poker gossip forums.

So next time you play on PartyPoker, give yourself the biggest chance of winning a cash game session or big tournament by being your own boss and breathing down your own neck!