get ahead

• Progresar o avanzar en la vida o en la carrera profesional, alcanzar el éxito, a menudo superando a otros o sorteando obstáculos.

To make progress, advance in one's career or life, or achieve success, often by surpassing others or overcoming obstacles.

1. Progress or succeedB2informal

   To make progress in life, career, or business; to achieve success.

   progresar, salir adelante

   • She worked hard to get ahead in her company.
   • He took extra courses to get ahead in his field.
   • Networking is important if you want to get ahead.

2. Advance beyond othersB2informal

   To move forward or surpass others in a competitive situation.

   Adelantarse a otros

   • By saving money early, she got ahead of her peers financially.
   • He studied harder to get ahead of the rest of the class.
   • Investing wisely can help you get ahead in the long run.