The Collective Directory
The 11
Archetypes.
We've identified eleven distinct ways people actually work with AI. No two people use these tools the same way—these archetypes help you understand the human side of the technology.
01 —
📚
The Scholar
Scientific inquiry and intellectual rigor
02 —
📈
The Strategist
Business value and competitive advantage
03 —
🤝
The Humanist
Human wellbeing, agency, and dignity
04 —
🔧
The Pragmatist
Practical implementation and what works
05 —
🛡️
The Guardian
Risk management, safety, and governance
06 —
⚖️
The Egalitarian
Fairness, equity, and justice
07 —
🚀
The Innovator
Transformative change and experimentation
08 —
🌱
The Steward
Environmental and resource stewardship
09 —
🎓
The Learner/Educator
AI literacy and upskilling
10 —
🔗
The Integrator/Facilitator
Implementation and operational excellence
11 —
🤔
The Skeptic/Resistor
Critical evaluation and risk awareness