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Zapier Values Rubric

Blog Post: 2025-09-25-understanding-zapier-values.md
Focus: Company culture analysis and insights

Core Questions​

✅ Cultural Analysis​

  • Value breakdown: Does it clearly explain each of Zapier's 5 core values?
  • Practical examples: Shows how values translate to actual behaviors?
  • Cultural insights: Provides meaningful analysis of the culture?

✅ Comparative Analysis​

  • Company comparison: Does it compare Zapier to other tech companies?
  • Size context: Shows how company size affects cultural values?
  • Unique positioning: Identifies what makes Zapier's approach distinctive?

✅ Practical Value​

  • Applicable insights: Can readers apply these insights to their own work?
  • Decision framework: Helps readers understand different cultural models?
  • Actionable takeaways: Provides concrete guidance for cultural decisions?

Specific Criteria​

Cultural Understanding​

  • Value explanation: Clearly explains each of the 5 core values
  • Behavioral examples: Shows how values translate to specific behaviors
  • Cultural context: Provides background on why these values matter
  • Evolution story: Shows how values have developed over time

Comparative Analysis​

  • Company comparison: Compares Zapier to Amazon, Meta, or other companies
  • Size analysis: Shows how company size influences cultural development
  • Unique insights: Identifies what makes Zapier's approach distinctive
  • When to use: Provides guidance on when Zapier's model applies

Practical Application​

  • Remote work insights: Shows how values support remote-first culture
  • Team building: Provides guidance for building similar cultures
  • Decision making: Helps readers choose between cultural models
  • Implementation: Offers practical steps for applying insights

Quality Threshold​

Ready to Publish: 8+ criteria met (80%+)
Needs Revision: 6-7 criteria met (60-79%)
Major Revision: Below 6 criteria met ("under 60%")

Key Questions to Ask​

  1. Does this provide deep insights into Zapier's culture?
  2. Would someone considering working at Zapier find this valuable?
  3. Does it help readers understand different cultural approaches?
  4. Are the insights actionable and applicable beyond Zapier?