outdated thinking
[aʊtˈdeɪtɪd ˈθɪŋkɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: outdated thinking (uncountable) / instances of outdated thinking
pensamento desatualizado
1. Ideas, beliefs, or ways of approaching problems that are no longer current, relevant, or effective due to social, technological, or cultural changes
The company's outdated thinking about remote work prevented them from competing with modern competitors.
O pensamento desatualizado da empresa sobre trabalho remoto os impediu de competir com concorrentes modernos.
2. Cognitive patterns or perspectives that fail to acknowledge recent developments or advancements
His outdated thinking about gender roles made him unpopular among younger colleagues.
Seu pensamento desatualizado sobre papéis de gênero o tornou impopular entre colegas mais jovens.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'outdated thinking' is often used critically in professional and educational settings to challenge conventional wisdom and encourage innovation. In Brazil, there's particular emphasis on this phrase in tech startups and modernization discussions. In the USA, it's frequently invoked in debates about social progress, workplace policies, and generational differences between Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z.
NYC Slang
dusty thinking / old head mentality
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