hits the ground running
Begins fully prepared
To hit the ground running is to begin a task or role with immediate effectiveness, requiring no adjustment period.
The image is of someone landing from a jump already in motion.
A new employee who hits the ground running contributes from day one: We need someone who can hit the ground running—there's no time for training.
- launchSet into motion
- quick startSpeedy initial setup
- preparednessState of being equipped
- sprintBrief maximum-speed effort
- full steam aheadComplete commitment to progress
groundwork · prepped · self-starter · leadership · execution · foresight · resourcefulness · orientation · leap · trial by fire · equipped · up to speed · learning curve · ramp up · training · onboarding · drive · readiness
hits the ground runninghesitates
Shows momentary indecision
dithers · procrastinates · stalls · treads water · hangs back
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