inspiration

Optimize for legacy, not empire. Empires die because they’re alone, legacies live because they involve others.

-OH, on building teams and brand communities

Instead of resisting change or dwelling on misfortune, embrace the unknown.

Trust that every experience, no matter how challenging, is a step forward on your path.

“Don’t expect to tell others what they should do when they know that you do what you shouldn’t.” — Musonius Rufus

• Don’t be afraid to zig when others zag. Canva made contrarian but conviction-driven decisions like staying private longer, avoiding outside leadership hires, and building a Swiss Army Knife product when conventional wisdom favored single-purpose tools. Staying true to your vision can be a key advantage.

• Canva employees have coaches, rather than