Meaning & use
self-starter
A person who begins tasks and takes initiative on their own, without needing supervision or instruction.
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The manager praised her as a self-starter who never waited to be told what to do.
Employers often look for self-starters who can manage projects independently.
A note on using this word
Self-starter is a common phrase in job descriptions, praising initiative and independence.
Words with a similar meaning
go-getter
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