He likes to be his own man at work.
be one's own man
idiomTo behave independently without the influence of others.
Despite his father's pressure to join the family business, he decided to be his own man and pursue a career in art.
Throughout his long political career, he remained steadfast in his refusal to follow party lines, preferring instead to be his own man and vote according to his conscience.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.