Guys,

I periodically read about the concept of pot control. Frequently I find myself betting 1/2 pot to pot size bets. Usually betting less seems quite weak.

So... how do you "control" a pot? Say you have middle set, first to act with two behind you, on a board of JhTc6c. Much depends on your opponents, but this generally seems to be a case where I would think you have to bet to protect... or do you checkraise?

Launching potsize bets can quickly become a costly exercise if a scare card appears on the turn, not to mention the fact that it's money down the drain.

To make matters worse, it seems that often by the turn the stacks are insignificant relative to the pot and, being out of position, you're kinda screwed on the turn (don't have enough money for a potsize bet, again).

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Now someone else (demi or Fnord perhaps) mentioned controlling draws without having to rely exclusive on larger-to-pot size bets. So my question to you gentlemen: how do you do this? any technique tips?