Originally from Celaya, Guanajuato, Jacobo Montoya
Poker is constantly evolving and currently offers a very different scenario for development than it did five years ago. Online play has become considerably tougher, and to stand out at the tables, it’s no longer enough to just have a good technical command of the game; it also requires developing iron discipline and a strong, resilient mindset.
In this video, which was conducted as a Podcast by Alejando «Trevi» Salinas
Jacobo Montoya highlighted the key points for achieving a high competitive level
After providing a general context revealing some details about his history and how he started in the world of poker, speaking frankly about the mistakes made and his moments of greatest difficulty where he was about to put everything aside, Montoya addressed the three most important points regarding what is necessary to seek opportunities for success within the current ecosystem, and also the turning point he found within streaming broadcasts.
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1) Resilience and discipline as keys to success
In this first highlighted point, Montoya emphasized that beyond innate talent, what sustains a long and successful career in an area like poker is the ability to overcome bad streaks and continue persevering in the face of adversity. This is not possible without an attitude of resilience and, furthermore, an unshakeable discipline that makes you continue even when you no longer want to exert yourself. These two key aspects are what forge the abyss that separates talented players from those who achieve real success at the tables.
2) The fundamental role of teams and mentors
One of the key points in the long process of charting the path to success in this field is undoubtedly the role played by belonging to a team of players, who find experienced guidance in one or more mentors. In this way, they learn the correct study and learning processes to considerably accelerate their development as players, and where they also receive financial support to perform, which is known as staking. Thus, the focus is total and complete on improving and allows them to better withstand bad streaks without additional worries.
3) The balance between competing at the highest level and creating shareable content
Montoya shared that this particular year he used it to resume grinding in greater depth and at the same time give himself the opportunity to conduct long streaming broadcasts, as he always had a particular fondness for combining his professional play with teaching. After some important adaptations, he found the perfect balance that allows him to satisfactorily combine both activities and that he will undoubtedly continue to evolve in this sector for which he has developed a particular affection.
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