Reinforcing Your Slot Machine Strategy

If you are interested in playing slot machines with a gambling strategy, it most surely can be done.  There are several books (recommended on this site) that all offer excellent money management and machine selection tips, which are very important aspects of any betting strategy.  However, simply learning the proper strategy techniques is only the first step.  The idea is to consistently win at the slot machines.  And there is no better way to do this than by reinforcing the knowledge you have learned from a strategy. 

That being said, the very first thing you should do is make a reference card listing the main points and tips of your playing strategy.  No matter how good you get at playing slots, you should make it a habit of always bringing a reference card with you.  These days, a palm pilot would be a perfect device for accessing helpful notes.  Remember to update your card - especially with information regarding which machines are the most profitable to play.

Another practice you should get into is keeping a journal or record of your gambling sessions.  Some may scoff at this; However, by reviewing your entries, you will undoubtedly be able to pinpoint patterns (constructive and destructive) as well as be able to keep track of your overall finances.  Record your winnings and losses every time you play, and balance them out.  If you are spending a week in Vegas and playing slots everyday, review your bankroll status at least every other day.  If you play slot machines every weekend, you should take an inventory at the end of every month. 

Do not try and read too much into your journal - Just because you won a good-sized jackpot on two consecutive Friday's between 9pm and 10 pm, does not mean you should play that machine every Friday at that time.  This is not how slot machines operate, which you will hopefully understand when learning a sound strategy.  What a detailed journal will help you out with is spotting which machines are generating the most profit for you, as well as keeping track of your winnings and losses.  Not only will the latter help you to insure your bankroll is in good shape, it will also help out with filing your taxes.  Remember, there are certain deductions you can make on losses, as are there taxes on net winnings.

 

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