When there’s no easy way out or a good solution. Whatever you do, whichever option you choose, the outcome will not be ideal.
Between a rock and a hard place
To build or start something from nothing, from zero.
From the ground up
Usually referring to the final profit margin of a business when all expenses have been paid.
The bottom line
To start getting serious about something.
To get down to business
To update someone on the current situation or to give them all the necessary information to allow them to complete their task or fulfil their mission.
To get someone up to speed
Something not very complicated.
It’s not rocket science
To think unconventionally, creatively and explore new non-conformist ideas.
To think outside the box
To contact or get in touch with someone
Touch base
To summarize something into as few words as possible
In a nutshell
To start something from the very beginning, unfortunately, it can also mean that no progress has been made on your current project
Back to square one
To provide an offer or negotiation, also to provide skills or attributes that can benefit the situation or company in some way.
Bring to the table
