It is time for you to step up to the plate.
step up to the plate
idiomTo initiate action; to assume or take a responsibility.
Origin
disputed originAn allusion to taking one's turn at bat in baseball.
When the team leader resigned, Sarah decided to step up to the plate and manage the project herself.
Faced with the sudden collapse of the department, the junior manager finally stepped up to the plate to lead the recovery efforts.
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baby step
A small effort made towards the completion of a much larger task.
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one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind
(used imitatively) A cliché used to exaggerate an accomplishment or milestone.
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one step ahead
maintaining a slight advantage; continuing to lead
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one step forward, two steps back
A situation in which progress is more than offset by adverse developments.
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pep in one's step
A confident, happy, energetic or enthusiastic mood or manner.
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spring in one's step
Enthusiasm, energy or a positive outlook or cheerful attitude.
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step back
To stop what one is doing and evaluate the current situation.
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step down
To resign or retire from an office or position of authority.