Fast worker American British noun phrase informal
Someone who accomplishes something quickly, especially in achieving their personal goals as profit, advantage, or romantic relationship
Although she was well aware that he is a fast worker, she followed him to his home.
He is such a faster worker. I was astonished to hear that he has recently been promoted from an employee to a management position after just 1 month in this new job.
The origin for this phrase is not clear.
1. To punch a hole in one's ticket to show that they have paid for a ride
2. To do something that allows one to go further in a competition or to be promoted at work
1. Please, tell me if I forget to punch your ticket.
2. With a view to punching my ticket to the final, I did whatever it takes to win this round.