On your own account

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For personal gain or interest.

She decided to go into business on her own account and not work for someone else.
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Often appears as...

  • go into business on your own account
  • work on your own account
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Self-Interest

This phrase can imply that the action is motivated by self-benefit or personal profit.

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He negotiated that deal on his own account, ensuring a substantial commission.
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Not Corporate

It often refers to actions outside of one's job or official role, for individual gain.

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She trades stocks on her own account, not as part of her job at the bank.
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