self-starter
- noun
- /ˈsɛlfˌstɑrtər/
- Since teachers are unable to focus on individuals but the entire group, it makes learning very difficult for those who are not self-starters.
They're driven, they're self starters, right?
- They're driven, they're self starters, right?
- Come on, let's watch your boy ET be a self starter man.
Examples
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I'm a self-starter, just like you.
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This is a huge mistake, because I answered this ad in the "Daily Variety," which said, "Up-and-coming production company seeks self-starters for a challenging editing position."
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And I think even the most die hard self starters right now might be doubting themselves.
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Whether you reach that level or not, New York is defined by a culture of self-starters who hustle.
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We're looking for a confident self-starter who is interested in engaging with our community, as well as effectively producing content.
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They needed someone who is a self-starter and is not afraid of hard work.
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He or she is expected to be a self-starter, an independent problem solver, and a strong team player.
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What makes the divide so much more unfortunate, as Matt points out, is that techies are, by and large, inclined to be self-starters and active learners.
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Ashford University (AU) is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to reform and reorganize its Online Writing Center (OWC).
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The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative and makes decisions independently.
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Etymology
Self-starter for a person uses the same parts: self- 'by oneself' and starter 'one who starts', so it describes someone who begins work or a project without being told.