Purple Story (The Home of Operational Excellence)

💜✨ I SPY FREE PURPLE LEARNING! 💜✨ Want to kickstart your year with some fresh insights and inspiration on how to be more successful and make more money – without spending a penny? We’ve got you! Here’s how you can dive into the Purple magic for FREE: ✅ Join our Free Workshops – Not booked a place yet? We have a full schedule across 2025 so message Lynda Merryweather for more details! ✅ Hangout with us – connection, conversation, and community (next up is and Operational Coaching masterclass with Ian Marchant on 17th Jan! https://lnkd.in/evbRDgEU) ✅ Check out our YouTube Channel – learn what you want, when you want it! https://lnkd.in/eMU-CcZv ✅ Ops Exchange Networking – meet like-minded leaders. More dates to be announced soon! Whether you’re looking for a spark of inspiration or a deep dive into leadership gold, we’ve got something for you. No strings, just value. See you there? 👀 Karen Turton Brian Bagnall

🚀💜 NEW YEAR, NEW ENERGY – LET’S GO! 🚀💜 We’re back, recharged, and absolutely raring to go. Over the break, we’ve been dreaming big, planning bold, and setting our intentions for 2025. Stand by for more... 📣 What about you? What’s your big intention for 2025? Drop it in the comments – let’s kick off the year with some serious energy! And if you want to start the year with a boost, keep an eye on our page – we’ve got workshops, hangouts, and game-changing content coming your way. 2025, we’re coming for you. 💥 #BeMorePurple #StartStrong #SettingIntentions #Leadership Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Brian Bagnall

🎉 THAT'S A WRAP! 🎉 We’re going out with a BANG this Saturday! 💥 Our Purple Story team is clocking off now (yep, we’re taking our own advice and embracing the work-life balance!), ready to enjoy the holidays, recharge, and come back bursting out of the gates in the new year! But before we go, let’s take a moment to shout out a few things that made this week AMAZING: 🌍 A cracking day with Global Brands – massive shout out to Mike Smith and Rebecca Jarvis-Hook FCIPD, MSc for the intro, and Jerome for bringing that next-level energy all day. KT absolutely SMASHED it with Craig Wells and Warrick Hegarty, keeping the energy up and the room buzzing with activities they'll never forget. Truly inspiring stuff, and yes, we got a bit dusty-eyed with the feedback! 💜✨ We also can’t forget Paul for his UNFORGETTABLE rendition of Cher’s Believe (we have the footage if anyone wants to check it out! 🎤😂). 🎓 Andy Goram had the pleasure of wrapping up Betfred’s ‘Raise The Bar’ programme with Craig, bringing out personal learning moments that had everyone feeling inspired. Some killer quotes too, like: 💬 “I’d lost who I was, but now I’ve found myself again.” 🌟 “It’s ok to be and I’m going to lean into that.” 🍻 For Richard Tudor-Thomas, the final F2F of the year with McMullen & Sons Ltd was electric! ⚡️ Unlocking potential and change with some brilliant people. 💜 ☕ Verity Milns & Warrick had an absolute BLAST at Starbucks with early morning/late night sessions on connecting – super lovely, enthusiastic teams setting the tone for a positive start in brand new cafes. ☕✨ 🌱 Verity had a brilliant day with the ivolve care & support GROW gang, lighting up those colourful communication sparks and making real impact. These guys are smashing it at work and at home. 💥💜 🥳 And last but certainly not least, a MASSIVE shout out to Glenn Turner 🏋🏼♀️ Assoc. CIPD for a FANTASTIC Hangout that sent us stepping into Christmas with a brilliant set of no-nonsense tips to feel our best AND enjoy ourselves to the max. 🎄🙌 We also want to send a HUGE thank you to: 👯 ALL our wonderful #Purple people – clients, partners, and friends. You make our world better by embracing the #Purple and working with us to make a difference. 🌍💜 🏡 The venues we call home – Make Venues Woodland Grange, Middle Aston House, Brewhouse & Kitchen, True North Brew Co., and more. You make it easy for us to create transformative experiences in incredible spaces. 🏨🍻 💜 And of course, to #TeamPurple – you’re always better than we need you to be! Thanks to all our partners and suppliers who are part of the Purple ‘village’ – we couldn’t do it without you! 🙌💜 We hope you get to enjoy some downtime and time with your nearest and dearest – we’ll be back in 2025 ready to make magic happen again! ✨ Happy holidays, folks! 🎉💜 #PurpleStory #EndOfYear #Thanks #PurplePeople Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Matt Howcroft Brian Bagnall Jody Bennett Amy Depuis Angharad Gray

🚨 TOMORROW: Don’t Miss Out! 🚨 It’s our last hangout of the year with Glenn Turner 🏋🏼♀️ Assoc. CIPD, and you don’t want to miss this! 🎉 We’re talking turkey, tinsel, and training – the perfect mix to help you feel great during the festive season. Whether you're dodging the Christmas chaos or just want to feel at your best, Glenn’s got you covered. 💪 Bring your friends, colleagues, or anyone who could use a little festive fitness fun – it’s FREE and open to all! Expect: 🎄 Realistic health tips that you can actually stick to 🎄 Strategies to keep you feeling your best throughout the holidays 🎄 A whole lot of fun and festive vibes! 🎅 When: Tomorrow at 9am Where: https://lnkd.in/evbRDgEU Cost: FREE! 🎉 Grab your Christmas jumpers, Santa hats, or Grinch outfits – the more festive, the better! 🎄 Let’s make this the BEST start to your holiday season. See you there! 🔥 #PurpleStoryHangout #FestiveFitness #ChristmasWellness #BringAFriend #FeelGoodFestive #ChristmasFun #FestiveWellness #LastHangoutOfTheYear Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Matt Howcroft Brian Bagnall Jody Bennett

🎄 WONDERING HOW TO BALANCE ALL THE TURKEY, TINSEL AND TRAINING? 🎄 We’ve got you covered! (And you can bring a friend!) Join us for the final Purple Story #Hangout of the year with the one and only Glenn Turner 🏋🏼♀️ Assoc. CIPD! 🎉 We’re talking all things turkey, tinsel, and training – and yes, it’s possible to enjoy the festive season and still feel at your best! Expect: ✨ Achievable exercise and nutrition advice (no extremes here, promise!) ✨ Strategies to help you feel great in the chaos of Christmas ✨ A lot of fun and festive energy along the way! Date: Friday, 9am Cost: FREE Join here: https://lnkd.in/evbRDgEU 🎅 Get your Christmas jumpers, Santa hats, or Bah Humbug outfits ready – the more festive, the better! 🎄 Don’t miss it – let’s kick off the holiday season with a bang! 🎉 #ChristmasHangout #HealthAndFitness #FestiveSeason #PurpleStory Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Matt Howcroft Brian Bagnall Jody Bennett Amy Depuis

🎯 WRAPPING UP 2024 & GEARING UP FOR 2025! 🎯 We’re officially in the home stretch of 2024, and whether you’re hustling to wrap things up before the Christmas break or gearing up for the busiest week of the year in hospitality, it’s time to finish strong. 💥 🍽️ To those in hospitality: the next few days are your moment to shine. 🏅 It’s go time, and while the pressure’s on, this is the week you and your team can really make an impact. Stay focused, keep up the momentum, and remember, great leadership is all about keeping everyone engaged and firing on all cylinders. 👩💻 To everyone else: now’s the perfect time to reflect on the wins of the year and start setting the foundation for an even more successful 2025. 🚀 If you’re ready to take your leadership and team performance to the next level next year, don’t wait until January. Get a jumpstart by joining one of our FREE 1-day workshops—designed to help you and your teams connect, communicate, and perform at their absolute best. Trust us, this could be the one thing that sets your team up for success in 2025. 📅 Check out the upcoming dates and sign up today. Let’s make next year your year! https://lnkd.in/ebHRhMNj Here’s to finishing strong and setting the stage for an even bigger 2024! 👏 #MondayMotivation #FinishStrong #Leadership #Hospitality #TeamPerformance #PurpleStory #NextLevelLeadership #FreeWorkshops Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Brian Bagnall

💥 SATURDAY SHOUT OUT: DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT! 💥 This week, we’re putting the spotlight on the incredible feedback from our delegates—because the real proof of Purple Story’s impact comes straight from the people in the room. Ready to feel inspired? Let’s dive in: 🔹 McMullen & Sons Ltd’s Finance Team – RTT delivered a game-changing session on change mindset, and the feedback says it all: ✨ “Richard was funny and engaging. I wasn’t sure what to expect but I was very impressed.” ✨ “I really did not know what to expect today, but it’s made me feel excited and validated as well. Cannot wait for next week!” ✨ “Thank you for creating an engaging space. I was anxious about today, but it was really good.” When even the finance team is buzzing about managing change, you know it’s a win! 💡 🔹 Starbucks Team Valley, Gateshead – Verity had a fab day setting this team up for success ahead of opening on Thursday, diving into the magic of Connection that Starbucks delivers. The love from the team poured in: ☕ “Fabulous training session which the partners loved!” ☕ “Great session, especially for new store opening and team.” ☕ “I feel confident and happy.” ☕ “Verity was lovely!” 🔹 The Grove – Craig was back delivering sessions on colour, empowerment, and the power of a decent conversation, leaving the room inspired: 🌈 “Really opened my eyes!” 🌈 “I have a much better understanding of myself and the reasons behind the different relationships I have with my colleagues.” 🌈 “Craig was amazing, extremely engaging and professional, and explained everything in great detail :)” 🔹 Jewson’s Resilience Training – Warrick brought his A-game, and the delegates felt it: 💪 “Warrick was great, would highly recommend!” 💪 “Warrick was brilliant…it’s made me look at certain things differently.” 💪 “Brilliant.” 💪 “Really enjoyed it!” 🔥 It’s not too late to start 2025 with a bang and book YOUR team into a session! Whether it’s unlocking resilience, managing change, or creating a culture of empowerment, we’re ready to help your team smash it. Let’s make it happen—drop us a line today! 💜 #SaturdayShoutOut #BeMorePurple #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamSuccess #ImpactfulTraining Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Matt Howcroft Richard Tudor-Thomas Craig Wells Warrick Hegarty Verity Milns Brian Bagnall Amy Depuis James Ince

WANT TO KNOW WHY YOU SHOULD BE MAKING SOCIAL CAPITAL YOUR NEW KPI?... Check out today's Friday Opinion from Propel Info where KT breaks it down and gives you an action plan. Stay ahead of the competition, deliver great results, and MAKE MORE MONEY! Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/ensAu7FX Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Brian Bagnall

🕵♀️ I SPY... AN AWARD NOMINATION! 🕵♀️ We are DELIGHTED and very proud to report that our fearless leader and Chief Rebel Karen Turton has been nominated in TWO categories at the TheBusinessDesk.com Leadership Awards - North West 2025! She has been shortlisted for Company Leader (less than 50 employees) and Mentor of the Year! We might be a bit biased, but we think she absolutely deserves to win for being such a kickass inspiring leader! If you agree, hit like below!! #inspiringleaders #leadershipawards Lynda Merryweather Brian Bagnall Jody Bennett Matt Howcroft

🚨 IS YOUR CULTURE HOLDING YOU BACK? 🚨 ICYMI... If your team isn’t feeling engaged, respected, or empowered, it’s not just a “people problem”—it’s a business problem. In our latest newsletter, we lay out why culture isn’t about perks, it’s about creating an environment that drives real results in hospitality and care. We’re talking better retention, higher motivation, and a happier, more loyal team. Massive thanks to Nick Court from The People Experience Hub for dropping knowledge on how to actually make culture work. Still not convinced? Read the article to see how the right culture drives performance – and why you can’t afford to ignore it. #CultureMatters #Leadership #PeopleOutcomes #Hospitality #Care #EmployeeExperience #OperationalExcellence Karen Turton Lynda Merryweather Brian Bagnall Jody Bennett https://lnkd.in/eXjZpxFV