Tournament winning lately

I've been winning a lot on sit'n'go's lately. Oh well, "a lot" is rather relative. The amount of money hasn't been that big, but tournament profits are great on relation to what I have put on them.

Here's an example:

There you go. So, I have played 16 tournaments on 9th May to 15th May. The results are quite good: Money places in 10/16, won 5/10, placed second 2/10 and on other money positions at the rest of the time. This statistic shows that my profit right now is 34,28 $. Maybe not that big, but it's a good way up.

So, what's the key in success at a tournamet? Here's some of my tips:

1. Make notes and pay attention

RULE number 1!!: Make notes on your opponents. On this level it is very important, because their bet usually indicates that they have hit at least a pair. They are not prone to bluff.

2. Avoid bluffing on a flush or any draw table

It's dangerous. These opponents often fish for a flush/straight, and they may call a lot for it. So make it expensive enough, and be prepared to fold if they hit. Of course; make notes and see, whether your opponent plays with trash or not, and how often they call. Against a calling station it's no good to try to bluff them off.

3. Steal from Rocks

Good tip on the middle/late tournament. There's plenty of players who won't defend their grounds. And if they do "defend", you're usually behind..

4. Play steady

There's plenty of time here. You won't die if you lose 10 first blinds. Of course, you SHOULD try to steal, but against calling stations.. Well, just wait for them to call your good hand.