That's a step in the right direction.

Meaning

Positive feedback indicating progress in negotiations.

Examples

• John: 'That's a step in the right direction; let's see if we can build on this.'
• Alice: 'I agree; I'm optimistic about reaching an agreement.'
• John: 'Indeed; I'm hopeful we can finalize this soon.'
• Alice: 'That's a step in the right direction. We're making good progress.'