General
hit the ground running
What does hit the ground running mean?
To start a new role or project and be effective right away with no ramp-up.
"She hit the ground running and closed two deals her first week."
Origin
Military/idiomatic image of landing already moving.
Frequently asked questions
What does hit the ground running mean?
It means to start a new role or project and be effective right away, with no ramp-up time.
How do you use hit the ground running in a sentence?
For example: 'She hit the ground running and closed two deals her first week.'
Where does the phrase come from?
It comes from a military-flavoured image of landing already in motion and running immediately.
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