Catalysts – Critical People to Innovation
Why you need them or why you need to be one...
What are “catalysts?” A catalyst is a person who isn’t necessarily a great innovator, original thinker, or iconoclast, but someone who by his or her very passion, are able to rally other people to a great cause. They encourage innovators to stick to the plan, overcome their fear, and keep on keeping on.
A real catalyst isn’t just a cheerleader, they’re a person of talent and experience who uses their personal networks, relationships, financial connections and more to help make worthy projects happen. They help create solutions through the force of their own gifts. An innovator or original thinker won’t get very far without a sidekick who’s a catalyst.
Don’t be a creative lone wolf. Find a catalyst who’s passionate about your ideas, and who can help make them reality. And if you’re that catalyst, the best thing you can do is to partner with a highly creative and visionary person. A great idea source is fuel for your fire!
Phil Cooke, PhD. has been called “one of the most innovative communicators of our generation.” As a media producer, writer, speaker, and consultant, his client list includes major film studios and TV networks as well as major Christian organizations like Voice of the Martyrs, The Museum of the Bible, The Salvation Army, and others. He’s also coached and consulted with many of the most influential churches and nonprofit organizations in the world, helping them use media to tell their story. You can hear his podcast here.
