James Nidds is a 58-year-old amateur player and LI Chess Club regular rated 1808 (US Chess) at the time of this recording. He offers a great deal of advice and perspective on chess improvement as an adult. Talking points include the following & more:

• Beginners should focus on these THREE things
• The FOUR characteristics all good players possess
• How to handle opponents who play aggressively
• Why the 2000 Kasparov-Kramnik match changed James' approach permanently
• A sample chess study regimen
• James' belief that electronic training tools are more effective than books
• Why the idea that amateurs "should not spend too much time on openings" may be inaccurate for some players

Referenced:

Viktor Korchnoi - Sofia Polgar Speed Chess Match

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