Everyday Office Jargon · Associate level

"Hit the ground running"

"Hit the ground running" means to begin a new role or project at full speed, without needing time to warm up.

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How "Hit the ground running" shows up at work

Appears in every onboarding email and most job descriptions. The subtext is usually that there is no ramp-up period, no documentation, and the person who held this role before you left under unclear circumstances.

Buzzword

We need someone who can hit the ground running from day one.

Plain English

We need someone who can start fast from day one.

Corporate Rank: Associate · Category: Everyday Office Jargon

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