The Inspirational Catalyst
We’ve uncovered fifteen AI use case patterns (there are probably more) and given each one a name. This is the first of the fifteen.
Creativity booster for innovative ideas across various fields.
Sometimes, all you need is a spark of inspiration. Like, “Hey, ChatGPT, give me some baby names for boys starting with the letter T,” or “Hello Claude, which colors go well with lavender?”
The Inspirational Catalyst is our term for the AI pattern that fuels inspiration across many domains. Combining human creativity with AI-generated ideas helps overcome creative blocks and explore new possibilities. This pattern acts as a collaborative partner that offers suggestions that challenge conventional thinking. For example:
“Hey Gemini, give me a team-building exercise that takes less than fifteen minutes. Make it colorful and funny.”
The Inspirational Catalyst assists in a wide range of areas, from art to business, pushing the boundaries of human imagination, especially when the human mind feels stuck. This pattern is particularly valuable for breaking out of established mental models and venturing into unexplored creative territories. It can be an invaluable tool for those seeking fresh perspectives for developing groundbreaking ideas.
Several examples:
An architect employs the Inspirational Catalyst to generate unconventional ideas for skyscraper design.
A movie scriptwriter collaborates with the Inspirational Catalyst to create genre-defying characters and plot twists.
A self-organizing team uses the pattern to draft a schedule for a day full of team-building, brainstorming, and introspection sessions.
The Inspirational Catalyst speeds up innovation because it ensures that people don't waste their time feeling blocked due to a lack of ideas. Writer's block (and any other creative blockage) should be a thing of the past.
