Meaning of the word "he travels the fastest who travels alone" in English

What does "he travels the fastest who travels alone" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

he travels the fastest who travels alone

US /hi ˈtræv.əlz ðə ˈfæs.təst hu ˈtræv.əlz əˈloʊn/
UK /hi ˈtræv.əlz ðə ˈfɑː.stɪst hu ˈtræv.əlz əˈləʊn/
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Idiom

a proverb meaning that a person who does not have responsibilities or companions can act more quickly and achieve goals more easily

Example:
He decided not to take a partner for his startup, believing that he travels the fastest who travels alone.
I prefer working on this project by myself; after all, he travels the fastest who travels alone.