Run a tight ship

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verb

To manage an organization in an organized and disciplined manner.

Lisa runs a tight ship over in marketing - they always meet their deadlines.
Visual representation of "run a tight ship" - To manage an organization in an organized and disciplined manner

Often appears as...

  • she runs a tight ship
  • management runs a tight ship

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Idiomatic

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Workplace Discipline

The phrase implies strict order and discipline in a work environment, much like on a ship.

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Under his leadership, we run a tight ship and have almost no errors.
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Efficiency Praised

Using this phrase often suggests approval for someone's efficient management skills.

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Ever since Helen took over, we run a tight ship and productivity has soared.
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Metaphorical Ship

The 'ship' can represent any organized group, not just businesses.

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The coach runs a tight ship, ensuring the team trains rigorously.
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