Texas Holdem Tip 1- Strong Players Bet Big On BIG Hands This is why they're strong players. If you've made your hand, and are up against a tight player who's raising you big, take a good look at the board. Possible flush, straight, full house? Chances are she's hit something. The best players bet big when chances are very slim that they can be beat. This means you should very often take their implicit advice and get out--especially as a beginner. Unless you've got the nuts, or near it, yourself, that is. In that case, raise the hell out of them.