---
title: "A quote on choosing the table you're going to play at"
author: "Stan Voo"
url: https://www.99rabbits.com/blog/choosing-the-table-you-play-at
published: 2011-01-13
summary: "Before you sit down at the table, know how long the game runs. Plan for ten years at least, adjusted a little for our faster market."
---

# A quote on choosing the table you're going to play at

> Most start-up businesses aren't going to have so much success that the owners will make a profit selling it 3 years after the doors open. When you start a venture, expect to be doing it for 10 years at least.
>
> [6 Essential Tips for a Young Entrepreneur](http://under30ceo.com/6-essential-tips-for-a-young-entrepreneur/)

Of course, you have to adjust for our faster-moving market, but it's still a very valuable thought.

Thanks to [Viktor Kryvenko](http://twitter.com/#!/vidall) for the tip.