Alright, we've all read these types of threads over and over again. It is typically an overly ambitious, young, "okay" poker player who writes these things: "I'm gonna be disciplined and dedicated and make millions!" I admit to having these notions once upon a time, but now I've calmed down and taken things into a more mature perspective as it is time to truly go pro. In short:
I have 60 days to find an apartment that will trust me when I say "I can pay the rent."
We all think about the poker side of playing pro, but we often neglect the practical stuff. How in the hell do I prove to anyone that poker will be my main source of STEADY income?! Sure, I have a nice bankroll to sit on (it'll be around 15-20K in 60 days) and good credit, but is that enough?
Currently, I'm 14-18 tabling the $12 180-mans and the $27 45-mans. I'm running 70% ROI in the 180s and 20% ROI in the 45s. That scary part is that I don't know if a 5.2k sample is large enough to tell me if this can sustain.
Right now, as a full-time student-athlete at University of Chicago, time is pretty restricted so I can't play much. As a pro, obviously that'll change. I'll be playing about 400-500 tournaments a week, at least 1800 a month. And presumably I'll be moving up in stakes and taking shots when I can.
All that said, I think I'm in the right position to tackle such a tall order. The only problem I'm facing right now is: "where will I set up shop?"
Any advice guys?
Thanks
TL
