Discover the science – and soul – behind happier teams. Nic Marks’s new book is out soon. Join us for the launch and find out why happiness at work is too important to leave to chance.
In his new book Happiness Is a Serious Business, Nic makes a compelling, evidence-based case for why happiness drives performance – and shows how leaders at every level can make a real difference.
Packed with clear strategies and real-world insights, the book offers guidance on how to build trust, boost motivation, and avoid common leadership pitfalls – helping you take meaningful action to improve happiness at work, wherever you are on your journey.
Whether you lead a team or care about creating a better workplace, this is your invitation to take happiness seriously and act on it.
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We’re celebrating the official launch of Happiness is a Serious Business at 1pm BST on 4 September 2025 with a special live webinar and Q&A with author Nic Marks. Discover the key ideas behind the book, and why creating happier teams is one of the smartest, most impactful things leaders can do today.
Nic will be joined by Joe Gregory, founder and director of Rethink Press (the publisher), who will also unveil a launch-day special offer on the book.
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Whether you’re a CEO, HR professional, team lead or simply someone who cares about how people feel at work – this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Nic’s book has already earned praise from some of the biggest thinkers in wellbeing and leadership:
“If we want a better future, we must build happier workplaces. Happiness Is a Serious Business offers the science – and the soul – to make it real.” – Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer at Google X and author of Solve for Happy
“Everyone wants greater positive performance and happiness at work. This book provides an evidence-based, practical way to accomplish that in the modern working world.” – Shawn Achor, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage
“Nic Marks has long championed the radical idea that happiness is a metric worth measuring. This book shows it’s even more than that – it’s the secret sauce behind every thriving team.” – Chris Anderson, Head of TED
Nic Marks is an award-winning statistician, TED speaker, and the founder of Friday Pulse. He created the globally recognised Happy Planet Index and Five Ways to Wellbeing. He has worked with hundreds of organisations to measure and improve workplace happiness. His work bridges hard data and human experience – showing that happiness is measurable, meaningful, and deeply connected to success.
You can learn more and follow Nic on LinkedIn.
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