Nick Rampone Gets a Promotion!
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Nick Rampone Gets a Promotion!
Fresh off a massive $68k cash in this week's Sunday $530, Nick Rampone is being promoted to the Elite MTT team. It was a tough call from the beginning as to which plan to put him in, but its safe to say Nick has earned this one. His videos have been extremely well received by our members, and his 2013 results (ROI of 52% on an average buyin of $140) are certainly Elite calibre. His back library of Essential videos will remain available to all users, and Nick wanted to do one more video for the Essential package prior to moving to Elite, so look for that in the coming weeks.
Congrats Nick!
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Congrats on the win and the promotion.
Hey Dan, I know you and I know you're busy, but stop for a moment and listen man - Thank you. You didn't have to do this for me at all. You literally didn't have to. You approached me with this on your own, with the knowledge that I was happy making videos with the Essential team. I've made it a point to apply myself at this job. I've been far from perfect, and there's obvious room for improvement, both with my material and the effort I've invested in this role. However, you've recognized the efforts I have made, and thought them appropriate to merit a promotion. I appreciate that Dan, thank you for this. And RIO, this is a wonderful example showing the type of guys we have running the show around here. Simply top notch.
I'd be kidding myself if I didn't acknowledge that my above expectation results in 2013 had a major role in this. I've been incredibly fortunate in poker tournaments this year. I don't think any MTT player can reasonably expect to final table the Sunday Million, a Sunday FTOPS, or the Sunday 500 (that happens to be double its normal size) in a year, much less all three. Not only does this skew my statistics, but it gives me material that any video-watcher would love to see - high pressure final table spots with big money on the line. A big thank you is in order for the poker gods for the loot, and for giving me compelling material to present to RIO members!
Now, about the transition itself. I actually have two more videos for the Essential members. One is a general one about reviewing hands and studying on your own, with the goal being to give members the ideas and tools they can use to improve on their own. The other is a fun one that's a pretty unique and cool opportunity relating to a past series I've done. I'm excited for that one, it should be a lot of fun to put together. From there I imagine my first series as an Elite instructor will be on this run in the 500 from Sunday.
Essential members, thank you. You guys are awesome. The amount of positive feedback I've gotten from you guys has been incredible. I want to thank you all for your interaction with me in the comments section on videos, and on occasion when I've been in the forums. I admire your passion for the game, and how much fun you're having while working your way up and learning new things. A lot of you guys are damn good, too. I can truthfully say I've learned tons from you guys - from your feedback on my videos. Even though my upcoming Elite videos won't be available to you, I want you to know I intend to keep helping you guys learn. I'll see you in the forums and perhaps the comments section of other RIO videos. Cheers guys!
Congrats, Nick. Your post is a great example of the time you give to everyone and your humility, you deserve every success.
I look forward to your last couple of essential videos but will really miss your content after that.
Congrats Nick, on your 2013 run and the promotion!
great stuff Nick, thanks a lot for your tips I've been able to develop a great study habitt:) I wish you all the fun times on the Elite roaster you def deserved it, well played sir !!
Dan, I'm delighted for Nick, but from a purely selfish point of view - Any news about new talent being drafted onto the essential roster for MTT content? Because this is a big loss :(
Yup - we're looking to add two Essential MTT Pros in the next little while. Looks like you're one your way to a free month of Elite anyways though, so you'll be fine. :)
Looks like i have to upgrade my membership to Elite now:/
Nick was my original teacher. His poker skills and intelligence are world class.
Congrats man... Great Year behind you now its time to crush 2014 the same. It will most certainly be a tough act to follow for whoever they hire in as our new essential pros but I am sure they will do fine... GL and thanks again
Wow! Congrats Nick I am very happy for you. But I can help but feel sadness in the fact that I will be missing your great quality videos from the essential section :( ... I really hope I can make it to small stakes NL soon to be able to afford the elite videos...
You always put in the effort in to write complete and detailed posts and replies, and it really shows your passion for the game. Keep it up!
Super Humble Nick. Nice To See In A Player Of Your Caliber. Variance Eventually(Hopefully) Favors Those Who Work The Hardest, Have Put In Countless Hours, And Who Are More Experienced In The Crucial, High Pressure ICM Spot. Maybe You Ran Above Your EV As You Stated, But Your Work Ethic Put You In The Postion To Suceed, Again And Again. Thanks For Your Contributions To Us RIO Members.. Im Currently Saving $ To Move Out Of The US To Get Back On The Grind. Vids Like Yours Are Crucial To Those Of Us UnabLe To Put In Big VoluMe Right Now. Wishing You Continued Success In 2014. Well deserves
Nice one! You know my love for your vids, Nick. My only qualm is that not as many people will enjoy your content now. Oh well!
As I said 2 months ago : "Being able to see your videos for just $10/month is way too cheap. It should be part of the elite plan imo."
Congratz Nick !! Merry Christmas!!
CongRATS! (You see, because 'congrats' but… well, RATS!)
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