steady hand on the tiller
The phrase "steady hand on the tiller" originates from nautical terminology, implying stable and reliable control, often used metaphorically for leadership and management.
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Definition
C1Leadership
(idiomatic)Stable and reliable guidance in managing an organization or situation.
Example
- During the crisis, the CEO was praised for having a steady hand on the tiller.
B2General
(idiomatic)The quality of being calm, consistent, and dependable in managing responsibilities.
Example
- Her steady hand on the tiller kept the project on track despite numerous challenges.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "steady hand on the tiller":
steady onat the helmsteady as a rocksafe pair of handstake the helmeven keelplane sailingtake the wheeltrim one's sailsat the wheel