Play long time controls and analyse your games to look for mistakes
Getting better

Most importantly, learn some basic openings and develop them as your rating in chess increase

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I've written several posts aimed at helping players like you who might not be able to afford a coach. Here are some links to those posts:
1. How to Improve at Chess: Ultimate Guide
[https://www.chess.com/forum/view/for-beginners/how-to-improve-at-chess-ultimate-guide]
2. Jumpstart Your Chess Journey: Proven Tips for Beginners [https://www.chess.com/forum/view/for-beginners/jumpstart-your-chess-journey-proven-tips-for-beginners]
3. From Good to Great: Mastering Piece Arrangement on the Board [https://www.chess.com/forum/view/chess-lessons/from-good-to-great-mastering-piece-arrangement-on-the-board]
4. Mastering Piece Trades: Transforming the Chess Battlefield [https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/mastering-piece-trades-transforming-the-chess-battlefield]
5. Practical Endgames Demystified: Techniques for Victory [https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/practical-endgames-demystified-techniques-for-victory]
I hope you find these resources helpful in your chess journey. If you ever feel like you'd benefit from personalized coaching, feel free to reach out to me. Keep up the good work and remember, every game is a learning opportunity!
Hi everyone I’m reasonably new to chess and not very good at it either. Does anyone have any tips for me to get better?