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PURSUING CHESS AS A CAREER

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Before knowing what we need to pursue chess as a career let’s know what it is
Chess is a strategic board game for two players, played on a checkered board
with 64 places arranged in an 8×8 grid. Each player starts with 16 pieces,
including a king, a queen, two rooks, two knights, two bishops, and eight pawns.
The goal of the game is to checkmate the opponent’s king, which means putting it
under attack in a way that it cannot escape capture on the next move.


CHESS AS A CAREER

Chess began in northern India during the Gupta Empire in the 6th century AD.
From there, the game spread to Persia and then to the Islamic world, where it
developed into its current form. Now let’s began with the topic Chess can be
pursued as a career, although it is important to note that it is a highly
competitive field and success is not guaranteed. Here are some things to
consider if you are interested in pursuing chess as a career:

1) Skill level: To succeed in professional chess, you need to have a very high
level of skill. This means spending a lot of time studying and practicing the
game. You should also participate in local and regional tournaments to gain
experience and improve your ranking.

2) Professional opportunities: The most common way to make a living in chess is
through tournament play, coaching, writing, or streaming. It can be difficult to
make a steady income in chess, so you may need to be creative in finding
opportunities and building a reputation.

3) Education: While a degree is not required to become a professional chess
player, having a college education can be helpful. This is particularly true if
you want to teach or write about the game.

4) Financial considerations: It can be difficult to make a living playing chess,
particularly at the lower levels. You should be prepared to work hard and make
sacrifices to pursue this career. You may also need to have a second source of
income while you build your reputation and skill level.

5) Lifestyle: Professional chess players typically travel frequently to compete
in tournaments. This can be exciting, but it can also be tiring and stressful.
You should be prepared for a lifestyle that requires a lot of focus and
discipline.


FINAL THOUGHT

Overall, pursuing chess as a career can be challenging, but it can also be
rewarding for those who are passionate about the game and willing to put in the
work to succeed.

By: Samruddhi Shivankar

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