Get one's foot in the door

Meaning:

This idiom can be used to describe a situation where we begin to do something with the intention of becoming more successful at it later. It is often used to talk about career opportunities. If we get our foot in the door, it is the beginning of something that could lead to more opportunities.

Example sentences:

1. Try to get your foot in the door.
2. It's a good way to get your foot in the door.
3. How did you get your foot in the door?

Example dialogue:

A father is talking to his son about starting work with his company.

A: Son, I think you should take the job in the mailroom at the company.
B: Oh, Dad. I don't want to work in the mailroom. It pays next to nothing.
A: Yes, I know. But it's a good way to get your foot in the door. And then you can get a better job later.
B: Hmm. Maybe you're right. OK, I'll think about it.
A: Great.

Practice:

Think of another situation where you can use "get my foot in the door".