insularity

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When someone is 'insular,' we mean they're not open to new things or ideas outside their own experience. It's like only listening to one kind of music and rejecting all other genres.

Examples in Different Contexts

In global businesses, 'insularity' can hinder expansion and understanding of foreign markets. A CEO might caution, 'We must overcome our insularity and truly understand our international customers.'

Practice Scenarios

Public-Policy

Scenario:

Our focus has been predominantly internal. Perhaps we should examine the benefits of a more internationally strategic approach.

Response:

Indeed, the risk of insularity might outweigh the benefits of an internal focus. We should explore and engage more in international policies.

Business

Scenario:

Our marketing campaigns have not been resonating with our target audience. We need to reassess our approach and gain a better understanding of their preferences.

Response:

I agree, we need to overcome our insularity and significantly diversify our marketing strategy.