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The Hindu
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“I heard there are several vacancies in your company. Are you applying for any of them?”
“I already have. So has your friend, Sujatha.”
“I hope the two of you haven’t applied for the same post. Sujatha is a real go-getter. You don’t stand a chance against…”
“Go-getter? Is a go-getter someone who gets things?”
“A go-getter is an ambitious individual who is determined to be successful. This rather enterprising individual, in order to achieve his goals, takes matters into his own hands, instead of waiting for things to happen.”
“In other words, a go-getter takes the initiative. Acts before others do.”
“Sometimes, very aggressively. This individual is full of energy, exudes a great deal of confidence, and is good at dealing with problems. Here’s an example. My cousin has a startup, and he is keen on hiring a few go-getters.”