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PTN Company Overview
PTN (the Poker Training Network) is a Texas-based company that provides software and tutorials to help others master the game of poker.
The company was founded in 2009 by Dennis Nadeau, an entrepreneur and business leader with experience developing other industries before he tackled the challenge of poker. Previous experience includes artist representation, video production, computer forensics, direct sales, private investigation, concert promotions, and online marketing. Nadeau seems to be a jack of all trades with a broad background in many areas, which he claims to have helped him develop a new outlook on poker training and software.
The Big Question
But the big question with PTN is whether their tutorials and software really deliver on their promise. There are several different products and levels of interaction with customers involved in the PTN network, so this is a general review of what's what in the PTN business model.
Poker-Tel - The PTN Technology
A key piece of information that every new poker player needs to know, according to PTN, is that each person plays poker in a completely different way. So what works for one player (perhaps the best player in the world) may not work for another. Poker is a very personal game based on behavior as well as rules, so every person will play differently.
Today's instant poker celebrities believe that their style is the best for you to learn with. Taking bits and pieces from their styles will eventually lead to "chaos" in your poker game. Poker-Tel aims to solve that.
Poker-Tel provides personalized training. First, the $50 package includes a diagnostic test and 60 hours of lessons. But there is also advanced software available to use for things like skill-based assessments, webinars, and poker articles.
The Gameroom is where it really happens. The gameroom is where Texas hold'em is broken down for each player. They are allowed to check out their past mistakes, using hand analysis tools. Poker players can also track their skill level, get live customer support, and customize their tables.
PTN also offers other packages which include similar, but scaled-down training for those who are looking to spend a little less. But the biggest question here is, will PTN affiliates be able to effectively sell these products to others?
The PTN Model - Does It Work?
PTN offers company replicated websites for their network marketers to begin marketing. With their selection of high-quality poker training tools, that seem to help many based on PTN testimonials, it seems like it'd be an easy sell.
But thinking that any network marketing opportunity will be an easy sell is a big mistake (that many make, in fact). The truth is that you have to work hard in network marketing to build an name for yourself, build a client base, and build your downline. It requires learning the true skills behind network marketing, rather than jumping in and hoping that other poker lovers will join in.
Fortunately, anyone can learn those skills to become a better network marketer and improve their chances for success with a potentially lucrative company like PTN.
