It's hard to run a tight ship based on emotion and personal loyalty.
But tight ship or not, how could he know their language?
We may be a global organization, but I run a tight ship.
The Caroline is still a tight ship for all her years and could do the job.
Everyone agreed he ran a tight ship, right up until the day it disappeared.
He ran his office like a tight ship, but was known to have a humorous side.
Most of the deals they make are big surprises, their front office is a tight ship.
"I run a tight ship, because we have to bring our finances in line."
You may run a tight ship, with the love and support of your staff.
Beyond that, it simply hopes to run a tighter ship.