Pull up your socks.
[Idiom] PULL UP YOUR SOCKS. - Boosting Performance Through Proactive Change
to improve performance
'Pull up your socks' is a call to improve one's behavior or performance and generally get one's act together. It suggests a nurturing, albeit firm, reminder much like a parent telling a child to straighten up or face consequences. It's particularly effective in motivating change and encouraging a more professional or focused demeanor.
Example Sentences
It's time to pull up your socks and finish that project.
It's time to put in more effort and finish that project.
You need to pull up your socks if you want to win this competition.
You need to work harder if you want to win this competition.
After failing the exam, Sarah knew she had to pull up her socks and study harder.
After failing the exam, Sarah knew she had to study harder.