Poker Lessons for Life & Business.
Poker Lessons for Life & Business
By Duong Vu
After 24 years dealing cards in casinos, Duong Vu walks away from the poker table and into the business world—armed with nothing but grit, emotional intelligence, and an unmatched read on people. In this raw and practical guide, he shares the street-smart strategies and human truths he learned from thousands of hours across the felt.
This isn't a book about poker. It's a book about life, business, and the mindset it takes to win without showing your hand.
You'll learn how to:
- Read people in any room—without saying a word
- Control the table even when you're behind
- Spot tells in conversations, negotiations, and relationships
- Walk away from bad hands—whether it's a job, a deal, or a person
- Bluff with purpose (and never bullsh*t)
- Build momentum with small wins
- Play the long game—and tilt the odds in your favor
Whether you're a poker pro, entrepreneur, young hustler, or seasoned professional, this book delivers hard-earned wisdom for navigating high-stakes moments in work, life, and everything in between.
9 hard-earned lessons from a veteran poker dealer on reading people, making bold moves, and playing the long game. Includes printable quote cards + journal prompts.