On a visit to Seattle in 1997, John Christensen observed workers at Pike Place Fish Market in Seattle tossing trout and salmon through the air to each other in the early morning hours. While covered in fish guts, and continuously sticking their hands into ice, the workers kept their spirits high and put on a show for their growing crowd.
Christensen noticed the actual work of selling fish was repetitive, cold and exhausting. It occurred to him that the fishmongers might not enjoy every part of their job, but they chose to bring joy to how they approached it. In doing so, they sold A LOT of fish!
From this experience, the Fish Philosophy was created and identifies four practices to enhance workplace attitude and teamwork:
- PLAY
- CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE
- BE THERE
- MAKE THEIR DAY
ATS has adopted the Fish Philosophy and looks to reward one ATS employee per quarter for having “fishiest” behavior of the bunch! Listed below are our "Catch of the Quarter" recipients since establishing this fun method of being recognized by coworkers each and every day.
ATS Catch of the Quarter Recipients
2021 Quarter 1: Varughese
- Years at ATS: 31
- Favorite Meal: Chicken Sandwich
- Favorite Hobby: Cycling
- Culinary Dish Known for Among Friends: Rice & Curry
2021 Quarter 2: Kimmie
- Years at ATS: 31
- Go-to Karaoke Song: "Ghost" by Justin Bieber
- Hidden Talent: Can pick things up with her toes
- Bucket List Item: Visit Italy
2021 Quarter 3: Alma
- Years at ATS: 17
- Favorite Hobby: Walking the Dog!
- Culinary Dish Known for Among Friends: Enchiladas & Shrimp Soup
- Favorite Meal: Enchiladas with Sour Cream
2021 Quarter 4: Alex
- Years at ATS: 5
- Favorite Hobby: Writing
- Culinary Dish Known for Among Friends: Scrambled Eggs & Salsa
- Bucket List Item: Visit Peru
2022 Quarter 1: Russell
- Years at ATS: 37
- Favorite Meal: Thai Cashew Chicken
- Favorite Hobby: Skateboarding
- Hidden Talent: Juggling
2022 Quarter 2: Brian
- Years at ATS: 25
- Favorite Meal: Hibachi
- Favorite TV Show: Seinfeld
- Culinary Dish Known for Among Friends: Taco Dip
2022 Quarter 3: Scotty
- Years at ATS: 1
- Favorite Hobby: Playing Guitar
- Go-to Karaoke Song: "Break on Through" by The Doors
- Culinary Dish Known for Among Friends: Veggie Tacos