action-oriented

action-oriented
action-oriented ˌaction-ˈoriented adjective
using practical methods which involve doing things to deal with problems, not just talking about ideas, plans, or Theories:

• an action-oriented problem-solving approach

• Action-oriented people prefer to leave information-seeking to others.

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action-oriented UK US (also action-orientated) adjective HR
willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation: »

Staff needed to become more creative, action-oriented, and efficient.

involving practical action to deal with a problem or situation: »

an action-oriented agenda/approach

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The report needed to be more action-orientated and clearer in its recommendations.


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