1. ahead of the game - Adverb
2. ahead of the game - Phrase
in an advantageous position
Source: WordNetPeople think your success is just a matter of having a pretty face. But it's easy to be chewed up and spat out. You've got to stay ahead of the game to be able to stay in it. Kate Moss
There are only a handful of designers that influence other designers, and I have to keep one step ahead of the game. Alexander McQueen
I always think that a director who knows about the technical side, but cares about the acting performances and casting as well, is ahead of the game. Bob Balaban
Mammograms are really sort of a gift. You can either catch something early or count your lucky stars because nothing was discovered. Either way, you're ahead of the game. Charlotte Ross
The world is facing a new networked, digital lifestyle, and we will ensure that Canon remains ahead of the game. Fujio Mitarai
If you're willing to put two thoughts into a picture then you're already ahead of the game. Sean Penn