Educating other players and HOH II

[Sean D]

I've still been lending the books out. If they get better because of my help, then good. Hopefully soon I'll be able to talk in depth with these guys about certain plays and get their feedback. I'd like to take my game to the next level, and I really can only do that with good competition. Beating on the fish is easy, beating good players makes me feel good.

[2planka]

[ QUOTE ]
Early on, I discussed poker with these guys that I had just met, and made it known that I am an "educated" player

[/ QUOTE ]

First, a minor flame. No disrespect intended.
I understand you think of these blokes are your friends, but you may not want to make a habit of "making it known that you're and educated player." Just telling them this will make them play better.... against you.

Second, here's how some poker playing friends and I handle this stuff: We don't discuss strategy while we're playing (see my first point). If an interesting hand comes up, we'll kick it around after we're done playing, via email, etc. It's one way we prevent ourselves from tapping the glass, so to speak.