Shoving all-in pre-flop with K-Q with a stack that consists of 10 big blinds is a fine play.
The moment people starting shoving all-in you’ve got to tighten right up, however. This is also a good time to see cheap flops when you can and attempt to hit a monster hand. This is the time of the tournament when it’s OK to wait around for premium hands or attempt to flop three-of-a-kind with a pair. When you start a tournament the blinds are so low that you’re really under no pressure to make ill-advised moves. In the early stages of a tournament the age-old adage “Tight is right” tends to be correct. The Top 10 Poker Tournament Strategy Tips for Beginners #1: Start Slow
