Ok, a lot of times the size of my bet depends on the opponent. Many opponents are very ABC oriented and they will fold to a $6 bet most of the time - if they call or raise it means they have a hand and you better have one too. Some opponents seem to be more stubborn, refuse to fold, and require a bigger flop bet. It makes it harder for them to raise my whiffed AK with their pocket 2's. There are many other opponents out there and you just have to figure out what kind of bet it takes, and if its worth continuation betting at all. Some just absolutely refuse to believe you. Don't forget to change your play up at times, and don't forget that if you only bet full pot when you have a hand they might catch on.

Of course none of this is concrete, 100% of the time fitting advice, but its my general style.

If you don't think my bet size is enough then you should just quit poker now and take up golf. Just kidding! If you dont think my bet size is enough for your games or that it doesn't do the job, then go ahead and bet what you think is appropriate because it changes depending on the situation and # of people in the pot.

As far as saving room for turn bets I wouldn't worry about that because I usually give up after the flop if my overs miss and I have a caller. If you do have a hand like TPTK also remember that after the turn card is shown, your oponent's drawing odds are a little longer now, and another full pot bet isn't necessary - unless you want to.

I'm still a noob so don't take this as written law, but I think some of it makes sense. Good luck!