You will be competitive in these games, as the primary reason for playing is for
money and competition.
You should mix up your plays like the other players will. Usually, they hold good
cards when they enter the pot. Position in these games is important, as well. Players
will be playing the position that they are in, and you should be aware and take advantage
of your position, as well. You do not want to limp in with mediocre cards with tight-aggressive players.
You must pay close attention to the people that you are playing with, to gain an
edge in the game. Tight players rationalize more. If you can discern their plans and
strategies, it is possible to anticipate their next action.
The type of players that you may encounter can be very good. You may find yourself
outplayed most of the time. Experience does matter. As you are studying your opponents, they
are also studying you. You will be playing against solid players with solid hands.
You do not want to be passive in a tight-aggressive game. It is a very common mistake.
You will be easily intimidated into folding hands.
You must determine what the advantage of a good flop is, and also, what the advantage of
a good hand is. A good flop for your hand may not be the best flop for your wallet. A good
hand is not necessarily the highest card. In this example, you may hold A,Q and the flop comes A,A,A,
which gives your four-of-a-kind. Looking at the flop, you know that you will win this hand. However,
with the three As for the flop, you will not get much action for the pot. Tight-aggressive players will
most likely fold, only giving you a small pot win.