About us · Core values
Our core values
Five values, written by our team, for our team. They shape how we work with each other, and with every author who trusts us with a book.
We’re sharing them exactly as we wrote them for ourselves. You’ll notice they speak to our staff, not to you. That’s on purpose: if you work with us, this is how our team will approach doing the best for your book.
Core value one
Do Right by the Author
Make the world better by helping others.
We are being entrusted with something meaningful, and that people have invested in. We owe it to them to do good work.
Honesty and transparency are two of our founding principles. Our original tagline was “author-friendly publishing.” Years later, these are still core to who we are.
Communicate proactively. Don’t leave them in the dark, or waiting for a response. This is the most important factor in author satisfaction.
Core value two
Enthusiasm
If we love what we do, we will do it better.
A book is an author’s heart in written form. You get to be a part of that. Be proud!
Kindness. Exclamation points. Seek the silver lining. There’s always a bright side, so look for it. Remember: this company’s brand image is built on good vibes.
Enjoy yourself. Work isn’t always fun, but it often should be. You’ll get out of this what you put into it.
Core value three
Win Together
We are greater than the sum of our parts.
“If you could get all the people in an organization rowing in the same direction, you could dominate any industry, in any market, against any competition, at any time.”
Patrick Lencioni“A rising tide lifts all ships.” If we thrive as an organization, it opens opportunity for everyone who is part of that organization. Step up.
Accept responsibility, uplift each other in hard times, and give thanks. Accountability and trust is everything. We all rely on each other.
Core value four
Continuous Improvement
Every day is an opportunity to improve.
Being solution-oriented is not a project, but a habit. Don’t let broken systems stick around. Investigate before you escalate. Take ownership of outcomes, not just the assigned task.
“That’s the way we’ve always done it” is not a good way to grow. Change is essential, and it’s how we become better versions of ourselves. “What got us here won’t get us there.”
Think in terms of systems. See the big picture. Work on the business, not just in the business. What is the best way your job can be done? Then: do it.
Core value five
Above and Beyond
This is a chance to be a part of something amazing.
Set expectations carefully, then blow past them. That’s how you turn authors—and your teammates—into true believers.
Both with authors and with team, aim to be giving. What can you do to exceed expectations and uplift others?
Every great organization once upon a time was our size. And then they became more. What can Atmosphere be?
see for yourself
The best test of our values is how we treat your book.
Want to work by these values? See open roles or meet the team.