5 Tips for Using Canva Effectively

Canva is an online tool for graphic design for people who aren’t graphic designers. It has taken the internet by storm in the last few years, and has expanded from just social media posts to presentations, video, whiteboards, and even spreadsheets. There are so many features within Canva it can be a little overwhelming. Here are our five top tips that you might not know about that will save you time when creating your next design.

A leadership transition at Happy: Welcoming Cathy Busani as CEO

After an incredible 37.5 years leading Happy, our founder and Chief Happiness Officer Henry Stewart is stepping down. While this marks the end of an era, it’s also the start of an exciting new chapter as Cathy Busani, our Managing Director, steps in as our new CEO.



This transition is more than just a title change. It represents a continuation of the values and culture that make Happy, well, Happy. Cathy has been instrumental in shaping our organisation, bringing wisdom, care and an unrivalled commitment to inclusivity, trust and creating joy in the workplace.

Are you ready to take your project planning and delivery to the next level?

You’ve probably been there. You’ve got a solid process in place, but somehow, things still don’t always go to plan. Deadlines slip, stakeholders (and sometimes even the project team) disagree. Sometimes the results aren’t what you were hoping for, sometimes you get there but with a lot of unnecessary stress along the way. Most of the time, it’s not about the process itself—it’s about the people. Leadership and communication issues, or a lack of team alignment can get in the way.

Kelly McGovern: Empowering Healthcare Staff for Lasting Change

Kelly McGovern, Chief Nurse at the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, sheds light on how she has fostered a transformative culture of trust and empowerment in a healthcare environment.

Her leadership journey through empowering staff to drive change and celebrate small wins have really been transformative for the West Hertfordshire Foundation.

Success and Happiness with Dr. Srikumar Rao

Dr. Srikumar Rao is an elite coach and author, aimed at helping entrepreneurs, professionals, and senior executives make a quantum leap in their life and career.

He believes that when people have joy in their lives, when they discover their deep-rooted happiness and a sense of purpose, that they are able to grow in ways they might not have ever progressed in before.

Dr. Rao will be speaking at the 2025 Happy Workplaces Conference next month. Find out more about his philosophy in this blog.

How Engaging Employees Shapes a Happier Workplace

Ann Hartland, the Deputy CEO and Growth Director of Cedar, talks about how engaging employees shapes a happier workplace.

After completing her Level 7 Senior Leadership Programme, she discusses her personal growth and growth as a leader.

How to add up a list of numbers in Excel with Autosum

Did you know that there is a faster way to add up numbers in Excel? One of the best features of Excel is how you can use calculations (or formula) to save time. In this quick two-minute tutorial, Nicky shows you how to add up a list of numbers with just a few clicks using the Autosum formula.

Tips and Tricks to Transition Away From Skype

If you have been using Skype, you’ll have noticed the giant warning at the top of the program, stating that Skype is closing on 5th May 2025.

After this date, which is coming up quickly, you will no longer be able to use any of the Skype features. It’s time to start transitioning to a new platform, especially if you work from home and use Skype.

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