Episode 192 - Carlos Welch on How To Be A Big Fish in a Small Pond

Welcome to Episode 193! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep series in this episode by interviewing world renowned poker professional Daniel Negreanu.Topics discussed in this episode include: A brief overview of Daniel’s new approach for 2024 & how it’s paying offHow Daniel prepares off the table for WSOPHow he handles the wide range of player types at the WSOPThe factors have helped him stay at the top of his game for so many yearsThe advice that he thinks newer players should ignore and what they should do insteadResourcesFollow Daniel on Twitter/X: @RealKidPoker How strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s  Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing to use when you’re tilted or stressed: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will  prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 192! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep series in this episode by interviewing poker professional, coach, and podcaster Carlos Welch. Topics discussed in this episode include: A brief overview of his journey from recreational to professional poker player & WSOP bracelet winnerHow he determines which events offer the most value at WSOP & other propertiesHow to be a big fish in a small pond and why that’s often the most profitable way to select your eventsWhy WSOP mega-satellites can be profitable & how he adapts his game when playing themResourcesFollow Carlos on Twitter/X: @HipHop101TriviaHow strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s  Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing to use when you’re tilted or stressed: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will  prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 191! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep series in this episode by interviewing poker professional, coach, and streamer Bryan Paris. Topics discussed in this episode include: What a day in the life of Bryan looks like now that he has a wife and kidsHow he schedules and maintains a consistent playing schedule and study habitHow to put in the work to achieve poker successWhy it’s important to pace yourself mentally in live events & other tips to use when playing long, multiday live eventsResourcesFollow Bryan on Twitter/X: @bparispokerHow strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s  Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing to use when you’re tilted or stressed: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will  prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 190! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts kick off a WSOP/SCOOP prep series in this episode by interviewing poker professional, coach, and author Dara O’Kearney.Topics discussed in this episode include: Preparing for live events by optimizing sleep, diet, and other lifestyle factorsAn exploration of WSOP milestone satellites and how they differ from a regular satelliteThe importance of consolidating your learning and applying what you’ve learned at the tablesHow to look for specific mistakes to exploit ResourcesDara’s Books: GTO Poker Simplified; Poker Satellite Strategy; Beyond GTO: Poker Exploits Simplified How strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s  Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing to use when you’re tilted or stressed: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will  prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 189! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on “bouncebackability” also known as the art of resilience. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the research on resilienceThe research findings regarding the ability to bounce “forward.”The importance of post-traumatic growth to improving and feeling goodHow learning from your mistakes can help you be more resilientResourcesHow strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60-second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 188! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on high-performance physiology. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the most critical physiological aspects of high performance: sleep, diet and exerciseThe research findings regarding the differences in sleep totals between experts and amateursHow sleep helps with memory consolidationTypes of foods/diets that are recommended for high performanceResourcesLight Therapy Lamp Sunrise Alarm ClockHow strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits

Welcome to Episode 187! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on knowing your Achilles heel and developing strategies for dealing with it. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the most common Achilles heel: procrastinationHow task-aversion leads to negative emotionsThe role rumination, avoidance, emotion-driven behavior, and self-criticism play in tilt and procrastinationThe difference between destructive and constructive thinkingResourcesHow strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60-second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Check out The Compound Effect by Darren HardyOrder Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 186! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on developing the right mindset. Topics discussed in this episode include: The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset & how they relate to developing a high-performance mindsetHow to use mental contrasting to avoid being overly optimistic when creating your goalsThe role learned optimism plays in peak performanceWhy being results-oriented can lead to anxiety and choking and what to do insteadResourcesHow strong is your mental game? Take my Poker Mindset Mastery Assessment and find out! Sign up for Gareth’s weekly newsletter On The ButtonCheck out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX Carol Dweck’s Mindset book: https://amzn.to/3U4PbiJ Piers Steele’s book The Procrastination Equation: https://amzn.to/4bc2Mv0 Learned Optimism: https://amzn.to/3tVNvh2 Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet (X) us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Welcome to Episode 185! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on winning systems and habits. Topics discussed in this episode include: The power of atomic habits & the 4 laws of behavior changeHow to use implementation intentions and temptation bundling to make it easier to create and stick to high performance habitsThe importance of systematizing the peak performance cycleResourcesAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4aPtYiT The Procrastination Equation:https://amzn.to/3TSY5zN The 12 Week Year: https://amzn.to/47ykUfB Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX How strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mental Mastery Assessment and find out!Check out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60 second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Check out Tricia’s on-demand mental game trainings at: https://www.drtriciacardner.com/ Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits

Welcome to Episode 184! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts explain that they are going to serialize the podcast into themes. This first theme is going to be around designing for and achieving high poker performance. Topics discussed include: What high-performance poker is and how to best achieve itHow to use commitment and motivation to increase your odds of successThe importance of knowing and understanding the motivation equationWhat the high-performance cycle looks like and how to use it to improve your gameResourcesThe Procrastination Equation:https://amzn.to/3TSY5zN The 12-Week Year: https://amzn.to/47ykUfB Order Gareth’s book The Final Table: https://amzn.to/3ZOjCcV Order Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVC Order Positive Poker: https://amzn.to/430foBf Order Peak Poker Performance: https://amzn.to/453miWX How strong is your mental game? Take Dr. Cardner’s Poker Mental Mastery Assessment and find out!Check out Dr. Cardner’s Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA Dr. Cardner’s < 60-second video with the instructions for tactical breathing: https://youtube.com/shorts/bMfR8nwQdto?feature=share Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/ Check out Tricia’s on-demand mental game training at: https://www.drtriciacardner.com/ Want us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind