Online or Real Game - First, you must understand the difference between playing at the casino and playing online. You will have to play more wisely against possibly more skilled competition at the casino, but experienced player tables exist online also. Remember that in both cases, you are playing for real money, so play well. You can also use the tips below:

Understand player position - Not only is it important to play strong hands, it is even more important in what position you play them. The ideal position is the Button, as you are last to act, and have the advantage of watching all of the betting action before you need to make a decision. If the action before you consists of a bet, a raise, and a re-raise, and you hold a pair of Tens, you might think that folding is the right decision. 

The Cards - If you have nothing in your hand, get out. Use Your Own Strategy Don't expect to win every time you play. Poker is a game of skill, but it is also a game of chance. Try to learn from any mistakes you made and chalk up losing sessions to bad luck. 

Know when to Holdem, and know when to Foldem - Learn how to fold a hand, and do not be a calling machine. Many beginners keep betting regardless of the board or what their opponent's actions are suggesting. Top players frequently say it is the hands you can lay down that are often the key to profitable play. 

Real Play - If you play fewer hours by stopping when you are ahead of the game is not always the correct strategy. Do not try to beat a better player: If you are lucky, you will win small. If you are not, you will lose big. 

Learn to put your opponents on a hand - Try putting yourself in your opponents' shoes, and learn to put them on a hand. Ask questions like "Why did he re-raise me that amount?", and "Why did he only call in the previous betting round?", "Maybe because he only called me, he has a kicker problem?" 

Don't Play, if You are Tired - If for any reason you are not feeling well, stressed-out, or upset emotionally, you should not be playing. You are very likely to make rash and poor decisions in this situation and your untimely mistakes will most definitely catch up to you and your game play.