The practice or quality of actively pursuing goals with vigor and determination, characteristic of go-getters.
From 'go-getter' (a person who pursues goals energetically) plus the gerund suffix '-ing.' 'Go-getter' emerged in American English in the early 20th century as praise for ambitious, driven individuals.
The word 'go-getting' is pure American optimism—it became popular during the Industrial Era when rapid self-improvement and climbing the ladder were celebrated values in business culture.
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