Move the needle
Knock it out of the park
Pull the trigger
Belt and suspenders
Cut to the chase
Drink the Kool-Aid
make noticeable progress; make a noticeable difference
commit to a course of action by giving final approval
very conservative, risk averse, characterized by overlapping protective measures
get to the important point quickly
become a firm believer; to accept an argument or philosophy wholeheartedly or blindly
Perform exceedingly well; exceed expectations