stick to business
Avoid personal tangents
To stick to business is to remain focused on the matter at hand, avoiding distractions or irrelevant topics: Let's stick to business—we can chat after the meeting.
The phrase implies discipline and purpose, sometimes carrying a note of impatience with those who stray from the agenda.
- get down to brass tacksBegin addressing essential details
- concentrateReduced, potent form
- dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
- nose to the grindstoneDevoted to hard work
- focusConcentrated attention point
adherence · commitment · buckle down · discipline · self-control · perseverance · consistency · efficiency · resolve · attention · cut to the chase · professionalism · accountability · diligence · time management · work ethic · organization · planning
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Interact with others
goof off · waste time · fool around · horse around · lose focus
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