[ML4L]

Hey yen,

For me, it generally depends on the texture of the table. If the table is kinda weak-tight, I usually try to make friends because I don't want my opponents to notice how much I'm bluffing and running them over. Also, if a table is already lively and friendly, I will usually try to fit in; sometimes it only takes one serious player to deaden a table... If the table is more serious and/or more aggressive, I usually just keep my mouth shut; I don't go out of my way to be friendly or chatty...

But, all else being equal, I think that it's better to come across as having a friendly, "carefree" image. Sklansky emphasizes this as well; you don't want your opponents to know how seriously you're taking the game, especially if they're just playing for recreation...

Hope this makes sense and helps.

ML4L