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Here’s the Auction Playbook You Need to Win in 2023

By Jared Smola 1:15pm EDT 3/13/23

Auction Strategy | Auction Advice | Auction Tools

Pound These 4 Strategies to Win Your Auction

Auctions are unique and challenging. You’ll get wrecked if you don’t have an exact plan. 

1. Be Disciplined But Nimble 

Your overarching auction strategy will guide you. But adjust to unexpected opportunities. The right plan and strategic moves will get you to the top.

2. Win the Psychological Battle with Player Nominations

You can go a long way to winning your league.... By messing up draft day for your competition.

3. Bid Smart. Bid to Win.

You can have any player you want. But because of a limited budget, you can’t get them all. Be patient but not hesitant. Stick to your player valuations. Know where you can adjust.

4. Little Details Make Big Differences

There’s a lot of crucial information you can miss in an auction. Keeping track of all the details puts you way ahead of the competition.

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