Q&A with Hermione Olivia, Founder of CEO Yourself
Founder of CEO Yourself, Hermione Olivia, has worn many hats - in the corporate world, in her own coaching practice and as a mother. Who better to kick start our Q&A sessions than a woman who has been “cracked open and shifted to the core” by motherhood and who always prioritises an uninterrupted bath at the end of the day. Let’s deep dive into Hermione’s honest and insightful answers - from finding out about her perfect day, to the gift she’d give a new mum.
Q1: How are you feeling today? / What’s on your mind today?
I'm feeling really optimistic and excited for the next few months!!
Q2: How has motherhood changed you?
Completely. It's cracked me wide open and shifted me to my core.
Q3: Which stage of motherhood have you most enjoyed so far?
It just keeps getting better, as she evolves and I gain confidence.
Q4: What do you think mothers need more of?
More support, less judgement. It's such a unique journey.
Q5: What’s your favourite moment in the day?
Either the first moments with them in the morning, or the last moments before they sleep at night.
Q6: What do you find most helpful in enabling you to enjoy motherhood?
My support crew - my husband, my family, my closest friends and our incredible nanny.
Q7: What gift would you give a new mum?
A night off, or a spa treatment. Something for them.
Q8: What was the best piece of advice you were given in terms of motherhood?
Trust your instinct always, it's never wrong.
Q9: What does self care look like to you as a working mum?
My ideally uninterrupted bath at the end of the day with a candle, magnesium salts and my journal.
Q10: Can you describe your perfect day?
Waking up with my kids, walking to and having breakfast together as a family, spending time on meaningful work that lights my soul on fire, lunch with my dearest friends, an afternoon with the kids and then a romantic dinner with my husband before my solo bath routine.
Q11: If you could change one thing today, what would it be?
That's a tough question... I try to believe everything is as it's meant to be.
Q12: If all obstacles were removed, what would be the one thing you’d love to accomplish or experience in your life?
I'd love to positively impact more women globally, and to help them see and realise their full potential.
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With thanks to Hermione.
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