[ilovewinning]

Hi guys, does anyone bet full time and not have a regular job? Id love be able do that!

[lottowin]

Hmmm, I guess this is the case of professional players. They spend a lot of time monitoring specific sports and games and then place bets according to a particular strategy. I think it is not an easy job, but it can be rewarding.
Things might be easier in the case of casino games. I know a few pro poker and roulette players that have won a small fortune online only.

[Bigbill365]

Yes i am i bet betwenn $200-$500 a game and Make on average 1k a week

[Blondie]

Hi guys, does anyone bet full time and not have a regular job? Id love be able do that!

There are a lot of things to consider before doing this though or else you could end up in a huge mess...

[wtt0315]

i havent worked in 3 years. I cant say i rely on my gambling income as life because my wife owns her own buisness, but i bet every day and have been semi profitable. If i had to do this without any other income coming in though i would be dead of stress.

[tto827]

Yes i am i bet betwenn $200-$500 a game and Make on average 1k a week

Yet supposedly have to work a graveyard shift at target.....
The dude's new, don't come in here and make this seem like a good idea.

Very few people can do it, and they could be successful in many other areas as well. They are the brightest of the bright. I would not suggest it.

[Sawyer]

Hi guys, does anyone bet full time and not have a regular job? Id love be able do that!

I'm betting full time and I have a regular job: Betting. I see it as a big, serious business. It's a kind of investment. You're not so different then a trader/broker.

I'm doing it since 2009 November, 9 months before my wedding, lol. I must admit my first years were hard. But by time, you start to get used to it. I had very bad losing periods but these dark periods torched the light to success. Unlike many people think, failure is good. You learn from your mistakes. Success/Winning is dangerous because usually there's no self-critism when you're winning. Success canblur your mind sometimes, Failure/Losing makes you revise/modify your strategy/plan.

I'm betting since 2002. I was a novice/amateur bettor just like everyone in the beginning. I didn't had any serious profit in my first 5 years. I was a loser in my early years. By the time, I met new people and learn things from them, like the importance of money management, discipline and patience. I decided to educate myself about it. Let me underline this, Money Management is the key.

Before meeting my handicaper friend Pedro (from Portugal), I never had an idea like making a living from this. I thought it was impossible. However, I learned that there's people who are making a living by betting!

It was a dream job for me. Doing the job you like! But my bankroll was short. I started to save money for bankroll. I re-invested all my profits, never withdrawed any money from my betting bankroll.

Worked 9-5 for 5 years. It helped me to raise money fast. Even if you want to be a Full Time Bettor/Handicapper, work 9-5 for some time. You will understand the value&joy of being a Full Time Handicapper better..

Advices

*It can be really stressful sometimes. Think twice before taking this path. I'm happy with my life but I don't recommend it to anyone. You must have nerves (and balls) of steel.
*Don't forget that you're burning all the ships&bridges. Won't be easy to return business life if you change your mind later.
* Money management, discipline and patience are key.
*A large bankroll is a must. You must keep your head cool. You should not be worried about future during losing streaks.
* Money management, discipline and patience are key.
*Make sure all your living expenses/needs for next 6-12 months are ready, waiting in the bank.
*Be social, make friends. Unlike people in office, we're alone when working. (Assuming you're not living in Vegas, lol)
*Don't listen to everybody. %99 of people who say they're making a living by betting are unemployed people who are living with their mom..specially in betting forums, lol.
* Money management, discipline and patience are key.
*Pay for your health insurance.
*Plan your retirement.
*Don't tell about your winnings.
*Don't tell about your true job to everybody. You can tell about it to your close friends of course..but %99 of people won't understand you. But don't hide your betting activities from your wife, never. Make sure she supports/understands you in this path.
* Did I said Money management, discipline and patience are key? Masterize these skills!

Good luck!

[ilovewinning]

Im tempted! Not becasue I dont trust my own judgement, just think I would get bored sat in front of the PC at home all day?

[MoneylineExpress]

You need other income coming in. Can't rely solely on gambling unless your already rich. I like gambling on the side but need something rewarding in my life. Sitting in front of a computer all day handicapping and score watching can be depressing, at least for me.

[Bigbill365]

You dont need to sit in front of a desk all day with the money you win rent a place out in vegas take a laptop and be in the scene baby Now get your bankroll and lets get to it this weeknd Saturday has some Cream of the crop NCAAF football games

[allin1]

nice thread

solid, mature post from sawyer

[LordVodka]

Don't waste your time. It's a dream that few can achieve. Too many sad gambling stories on this forum.

Although I do wonder because you have guys on the payout threads taking out $10k a month or even more sometimes. Maybe they're just full of shit.

[statnerds]

Here is the reality

You cannot win

4.54 mother fukkers

4.54

[ClimbSomeRocks]

Not worth it. As someone else stated, if you are smart enough to gamble with an advantage, you are smart enough to succeed anywhere. I started counting cards playing blackjack 5 years ago. I quit because the atmosphere in a casino is soul-less. The people I was surrounding myself with were degenerates. Is this the life you want to live?

[Told You So!]

Ive tried started out amazing for 3 months...I was winning paying my bills, traveling, going to games, in the casino everyday. But when it went south ooohhh buddy!!!! Took about another 3 months i was broke!!!

[Cntpuncher]

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