I just finished my second year of online poker. I don't play as much as I'd like, but I've made much progress this year. I'm now currently playing mostly $50 and $100 Party SNGs. My goal for the end of 2005 was 10K, which I didn't quite make. I'm shooting for a minimum of 20K by EOY 2006. I hope to adjust that upward, but it depends on how much time constraints. This is just to give you some perspective.

I'm not saying you can't hit 10K this year(others have done that in their first year), but that's a lofty goal especially beginning at the penny tables(not saying that's a bad idea though). If you're just starting, I would think setting more modest goals, beating each level you are at and just continuing to improve(via this site, books, studying hand histories, etc) would be the main things to think about.

Overall I'd say you're better off taking your time and being cautious with your BR.

good luck...