Informed and included in communication.
In the loop
The most important point or outcome.
The bottom line
Follow rules and procedures exactly.
By the book
Start over after failure.
Back to the drawing board
Make brief contact or check in.
Touch base
Stop small talk and start focusing on the important work
Get down to business
Be creative and find new or unconventional solutions
Think outside the box
Make extra effort.
To go the extra mile
Do something in the easiest or cheapest way, often sacrificing quality
Cut corners
Start a project or process.
Get the ball rolling
In agreement or understanding.
On the same page
Strategy or plan of action.
Game plan