Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders

Embracing AI as a Leader with Erica Farmer

In this episode of The Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast, Anwen is joined by Erica Farmer or Quantum Rise, and we discuss the incredibly topical AI.
This will remain a hot topic, and this conversation will help you think about your approach to managing or leading others regarding AI. We talked about the mindset and focus you can take, and we even asked AI to generate some questions for Erica.
Erica has loads of great resources to help you explore the world of AI more - especially from a leadership and learning perspective - so you can connect with her here to find out more: www.linkedin.com/in/ericafarmer/
You can also visit her business website here: QuantumRise.co.uk
Don't forget that you can find this episode and all the others over on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@purpleskyconsulting/videos
To find out more about your host, Anwen Bottois, Leadership Success Coach and Founder of Purple Sky Consulting - Leadership Coaching and Development, head to LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/anwen-bottois-leadership-coach/
 

Get Important Things Done in 2025 with Michael Hubbard

We are now in Season or Series 2 of the Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast!
This is a brilliant episode, your host, Anwen Bottois, is joined by Michael Hubbard of Make Your Habits.
We are discussing the difference between being productive and busy and how Leaders can take control of this for themselves and their teams. 
Here are some useful links to find Michael
Productivity Prod (fortnightly Prod directly to your email) - https://make-your-habits.kit.com/
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-hubbard/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@MakeYourHabits
 
You can also find this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/qGgqh9M_i4U
 

How a coaching style of leadership leads to a happier team with Jo Wright

The last episode of Season / Series 1 is a cracker!!
Anwen Bottois, your host of The Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast is joined by the brilliant Jo Wright of Coaching Culture.
This is a brilliant look at the value and impact of coaching and its importance for a happier team.
Jo is the author of No More Sh*t Managers, and you can find her on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jowrightcoach/

Taking action quickly to resolve issues with the Team with Lisa Thompson

Welcome to a new episode of The Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast!
In this episode, Anwen is joined by Lisa Thompson of Iona HR to talk about "nipping things in the bud" as a leader to avoid issues escalating. Lisa is an expert at dealing with complex people issues and shares her insight and tips for taking action early.
You can find Lisa on LinkedIn here: Lisa Thompson MCIPD | LinkedIn
You can find this episode on YouTube, too: https://youtu.be/LHDKXx8uMJQ
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode in the comments. Don't forget to subscribe or follow.

Why you need to care about Engagement as a Leader with Helen Bailey

In this episode, Helen Bailey of Coruscate Training joins us.
We are jumping into the topic of engagement and the impacts of positive and negative effects on leaders.
Engagement has a well-documented impact on performance and talent retention, so in this episode, we want to get you thinking about what this means for you.
Join Anwen Bottois from Purple Sky Consulting - your host, as we meet Helen.
You can find Helen on LinkedIn: Helen Bailey | LinkedIn

How to Thrive Taking on a Senior Leadership Role with Emma Lloyd

Emma Lloyd of Create the Ripple joins Anwen Bottois of Purple Sky Consulting in this episode of The Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast.
This great conversation explores the challenges and traps of moving into a more senior leadership role. Emma shares her own leadership experiences, too.
Find Emma Lloyd on LinkedIn here: Emma Lloyd | LinkedIn
You can also find a video version on YouTube here: Purple Sky Consulting - YouTube

How to Lead Introverts with Sarah Manley

The next episode of The Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast is about how to Lead introverts so they can shine by being their best.
Sarah Manley of the Quiet Catalyst joins Anwen Bottois of Purple Sky Consulting (your host). Sarah is an introvert herself and has held leadership roles. She understands what it's like to lead and be led as an introvert.
We talk about what being an introvert is, how it impacts being in the workplace and the things Leaders can do to help those who are introverts to shine bright.
You can follow Sarah on LinkedIn here: www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmanleytqc/
You can find more details on her website: www.thequietcatalyst.com
You can buy her book here: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0D3JW4JDK
Here's access to the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CaklfyB7IAw
You can follow Anwen Bottois here: www.linkedin.com/in/anwen-bottois-leadership-coach/
 

How to have a Brilliant, not Beige Relationship with HR with Michelle Hartley

In this brilliant episode, Michelle Hartley from People Sorted joins us. Michelle helps HR go from Beige to Brilliant, so we asked her to discuss that from your perspective as a leader.
We discussed the benefits of having a brilliant relationship with your HR partner, how to develop that relationship and how to approach it if the relationship isn't working for you.
You can find Michelle over on LinkedIn: Michelle Hartley FCIPD | LinkedIn
You can also find this episode over on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e8FWxXSXya0
 

Well-being for Leaders with Gemma Carter-Morris

This episode of the Purple Sky Thinking for Leaders Podcast is for you.Gemma Carter-Morris joins me from Next Steps Consulting Limited to talk about well-being from a leaders' perspective.This isn't just about how you help your team improve well-being - this is also about you.
 
Contact Gemma via the website: www.nextstepsconsulting.net
Contact Anwen via LinkedIn: Anwen Bottois | LinkedIn
Here's access to some of the Purple Sky Consulting free resources:
June 2023 – Understanding well-being as a Leader. — Purple Sky (purpleskyconsulting.co.uk)
Creating a well-being plan for your team. — Purple Sky (purpleskyconsulting.co.uk)

Bad Bosses Ruin Lives - Part 2 - with Debra Corey and Ken Corey

Welcome to the second part of my conversation with Debra Corey and Ken Corey where we’ll continue to explore the themes of their book called Bad Bosses Ruin Lives: The Building Blocks of Being a Great Boss.
In the first part of our conversation, in the previous episode, we looked at what makes a Bad Boss and the impacts of that but in this episode, the focus is on being a Great Boss.
How can you, as a Leader or Manager, be great and remembered for that, and how can you continue to learn and develop as a leader - that's what we cover in this episode.
I’ll also ask them what it was like working together on this project.
Thank you to Debra and Ken for joining me in this conversation. I hope you’ve found it useful.
How will you use the themes discussed in our conversation to shape your development or that of others? If you have thoughts or questions, share them in the comments or connect on LinkedIn.
Here are the key links for this episode:
To watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2uQOdFItRog?si=0rctyn1Ve0IkDDLM
Join us on LinkedIn to discuss your thoughts on the episode: Anwen Bottois | LinkedIn
To buy the book: Bad Bosses Ruin Lives: The Building Blocks for Being a Great Boss: Amazon.co.uk: Corey, Debra, Corey, Ken: 9781916572669: Books
Access to the App we mention: BBRL Test
Debra on LinkedIn: Debra Corey | LinkedIn
Ken on LinkedIn: Ken Corey | LinkedIn