Position refers to the betting order when you are playing a game of poker. When you act last, there are certain advantages since you get to see what other players do before making any decision. Position is critical if you want to be profitable in poker. Playing out of position spells disaster according to experts of the game.

The best position is at the dealer button. The player on this spot acts last after flop, the turn, and the river. The player here is able to see what the opponents will do and then see if he or she should call, raise, or fold. In cases the player on the dealer button folds before the flop, the players on later position will have the advantage of taking action last.

Remember though that the best hand regardless of position is still supreme to a good position. When you play from a good position, you lose lesser chips if you behind for a certain hand and rake in more when you act ahead.

Another advantage of having a good position is when all players miss the flop. This gives you the opportunity to steal the pot as everyone will have the tendency to check. In case the scenarios Is not favorable, then check and bet out later if the opponents check on you again.

The closer you are to the dealer button, the absolute your position post flop but you should be aware of the position of the pre-flop raiser. Depending on your relative position from the other players or when you are sandwiched between the raiser and other opponents, you must be very careful when betting if you are acting after the flop. You need a strong hold to be on the advantage.

Ideally you want be in a position to act after your opponents. Good position allows you to win the most if you are acting ahead and lose minimally when behind.