a mug's game

(British informal)

an activity that will not make you happy or successful

Usage notes: A mug is a person who is easily deceived.

Working for a big company is a mug's game - if you want to make money you need to start your own business.

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Arnell	['a:nəl]
Reagan	RAY-gən	English, Irish
CÁNdida	KAHN-dhee-dhah	Spanish
Nicomedes	-	Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Hyun	hyun	Korean
Varuna	-	Hinduism