Like it or not, the clock is just as much a part of tournament chess as the board and pieces. Poor clock management is a consistent problem for many players. We cover:

• Why clock management is essential for tournament success
• Common causes of time-trouble (and how to avoid it)
• The dangers of perfectionism and obsessing over the "best" move
• An interesting trick you can use to get your opponent into time trouble

Referenced:

• Ep. 16: "Chess for Tigers"
• Ep. 29: "The Seven Deadly Chess Sins"
• Chess for Tigers (Amazon)
• The Seven Deadly Chess Sins (Amazon)

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