to make an effort to improve your performance
パフォーマンスを向上させるために努力する (pafōmansu o kōjō saseru tame ni doryoku suru)
"You need to pull your socks up if you want that promotion."
"その昇進が欲しいなら、もっと頑張らないといけません。" (sono shōshin ga hoshī nara, motto ganbaranai to ikemasen.)
used when you meet someone after a long time
to decide something different from before
to feel relaxed and confident
Trust your instincts and go in the direction that feels righ...
to be in control of your own activities or business
A significant advancement or achievement.
