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Originally Posted by MrAdvantage
^^^ if you have access to deal private games you are bat **** crazy to move to Vegas.
I've had this conversation with my buddy who works at The Bellagio.
The problem with private games is the stability. Sometimes they get cancelled. And you can never, ever miss a game. Because the problem is, you miss one game and now you're at risk of losing the gig.
I've been dealing for a little over 8 years. I can count on one hand how many times I've missed a game. I've shown up to a game the day after getting released from the hospital for a heart infection. You HAVE to make every game.
Now, I'm one of the top dealers in Long Island. That's why I get so much work. I take a lot of pride in my skills as a dealer, and I'm always looking for ways to get better and improve. Like I said, I feel so damn lucky I get to do this job. It's so much fun and the money is great. I have such a free schedule, it's always engaging and fun (especially when I'm dealing PLO or an uncommon variant), and I get to be around all the action!
The benefits I see to moving to Vegas is that there's better job stability and way more opportunities. Also, there are STILL private games in Vegas -- you just have to find them. Honestly, I would most likely start my own private game out there, just as I've done out here in New York.
I also want to do the televised poker games/featured tables. I have experience dealing televised games. So that's a plus.
It's not so much about the money for me. It's long term. More opportunities, I would eventually want to work my way up to Floor Manager/Tournament Director. I have worked in some of the biggest card rooms in New York, and I used to Direct the biggest tournaments in New York City (10 tables, twice a week... very big for NYC).
Also, I feel like I'd be happier in Vegas. Cheaper cost of living too.