show somebody the ropes

▶ show somebody the ropes : to show or teach someone (usually in a new situation) how to do something that the person is not familiar with - The new comer asked me to show him the ropes.

▶ 11. Show Me the Ropes, Louise Louise: So, you are…. Jenny: Oh, hi. I am Jenny. I've just joined the team. Louise: I am Louise. And I was just asked to assist you with a training assignment. Jenny: Nice to meet you. Have you worked here long? Louise: Here? Well.. I’ve worked here for over seven years ever since this company started. Jenny: So you could say that you're a part of this company's history, then. Louise: Well… I'm not that happy to hear it, but yes, it’s true. I am a part of this company's history. Jenny: Great. So, Louise, what should we start? Louise: Well, Jenny, in fact, I am very busy at the moment. I’ve got a pile of things to handle that are due today. No time… I've got no time…. You can never imagine what it is like because you are young and pretty so you have enough time, but I don’t have…. Um… oh dear... well... hmm. Anyway, we can talk later. I'll call you when I'm ready. Is that okay? Jenny: Of course. No problem. Louise: Good. I'll show you the ropes then.