Start by scanning the board before making any move
Aim to leave the fewest possible legal moves for yourself
Remove pegs from the outer edges first when it helps create better patterns
Focus on creating opportunities for multiple jumps
Keep the board balanced instead of clearing one side too quickly
Work backward from the final peg position you want
Preserve key pegs that enable future moves
Avoid random moves that reduce options
Practice the common opening patterns
Learn the standard winning endgame setups
Reset and replay to memorize successful move sequences
Stay patient and plan several moves ahead