To get the ball rolling

Meaning

To start something; to initiate a process.

Examples

• John: 'We need <b>to get the ball rolling</b> on this project; the deadline is approaching fast.'
• Alice: 'You're right, let's schedule a kickoff meeting immediately.'
• John: 'Good idea. I'll draft a preliminary proposal.'
• Alice: 'I think we should <b>get the ball rolling</b> on the new marketing campaign.'