Small-stakes players rarely bluff the river with substantial bets. If an opponent suddenly bets big on the river, you should generally your medium-strength hands.

: Position is the single most important factor in profitability.

To move beyond a break-even player and start "crushing" small stakes games, focus on these fundamental areas:

: You can play a much wider range of hands from late positions (Button, Cutoff) than from early positions like Under the Gun (UTG).

is your most profitable seat because it gives you the last word on every post-flop street.