be at the helm

To be in charge; to be the leader (of something). The phrase originated as a nautical term, meaning "to steer a ship." Jack is at the helm, so I know they'll get this project done on time! Nancy has been at the helm of our department for so long that I can't imagine what it will be like once she retires!

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Vitalijus	-	Lithuanian
Bolanle	-	Western African, Yoruba
Elissa (2)	-	English
Zara (1)	ZAHR-ə	English (Modern)
Saskia	SAHS-kee-ah: (Dutch), ZAHS-kee-ah (German)	Dutch, German
Caelina	-	Ancient Roman