Real Stories Of Improvements

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  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

Connecting the Dots

Some players solve puzzles, work on tactics, learn openings, etc – but still don't improve. This article explains why that happens and what's the missing element.

Coach’s Corner | Be Amazing | Real Stories Of Improvements | 5 min read
  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

How To Win Chess Tournaments: 7 Key Principles

After winning the Armenian Championship, GM Gabuzyan shares 7 key principles for winning chess tournaments, along with his story of the event.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | Tournament Preparation | Coach’s Corner | Real Stories Of Improvements | 15 min read

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  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

How I Achieved 2900 on Chess.com!

In 2020, GM Avetik set a rating goal of achieving 2900 on chess.com before 2021. But he faced many hurdles. Learn from the strategies he used to overcome hurdles and hit his goal!

Real Stories Of Improvements | 13 min read
  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

Crossing the Plateau and Reaching 3000 on Chess.com

Seeing your rating plateau can be frustrating. Through his story, GM Gabuzyan shares the strategies he used to cross the plateau and eventually reach 3000 online rating.

Real Stories Of Improvements | Inspirational picks | 14 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

+300 Points in Six Months

Kevin raised 300 points in 6 months, despite having a full-time job! Learn from the things he did and implement them in your own chess journey!

Real Stories Of Improvements | 5 min read