If you say that someone has a can-do attitude, you approve of them because they are confident and willing to deal with problems or new tasks, rather than complaining or giving up. [informal, approval] He is known for his optimistic can-do attitude.
What is a can do spirit?
(kăn′do͞o′) adj. Informal. Marked by a willingness to tackle a job and get it done: "the city's indomitable optimism and can-do spirit" (Christian Science Monitor).
How do you have a can do attitude?
Here are seven ways you can start to develop a can-do attitude.
- Develop a growth mindset. ...
- Accept and learn from your mistakes. ...
- Be mindful of opportunities and take them when they come along. ...
- Focus on being congruent. ...
- Be mindful of your self-talk. ...
- Unlearn the learned helplessness. ...
- Change your locus of control.
