#200 Pressure, Purpose & Protecting Your Energy: A CEO Conversation with Jayne Hrdlicka

Welcome to our first interview in the 2025 CEO Series, where we explore the CEO mindset and best pathways to success. Jayne Hrdlicka, former CEO of Virgin Australia, has led through some of the toughest moments imaginable—personally and professionally—and shares with incredible honesty what it takes to navigate crises and emerge stronger. From rebuilding a beloved brand to protecting her energy and values when the stakes were high, Jayne offers powerful insight into leading when the world is watching. This is a conversation about grit, growth, and holding your nerve when others might flinch. You’ll want to take notes. ----------------------- Learn more and apply for Influence Mastermind: https://www.bravefeminineleadership.com/influence-mastermind ----------------------- Inside My CEO Calendar: How I Led A Team of 5k+ Without Getting Pulled Back Into the Weeds A behind-the-scenes private podcast for senior female leaders and CEOs who don’t need fluff—just sharper thinking, smarter moves, and more time for what matters. You don’t have time for another 60-minute webinar. But you do have 15 minutes while you’re driving into the office or grabbing your mid-day coffee. Listen here: https://www.bravefeminineleadership.com/BFL-Private-Podcast     ----------------------- Craving inspiration? I send an email each Sunday about leadership reflection, top tips to build an intentional & sustainable life and other things that have captured my attention and are too good not to share! Sign up here: https://www.bravefeminineleadership.com/leadershipinspiration   Loving the podcast? Leave us a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds & will inspire like-minded leaders to join the conversation!   Access Your Free Clarity Tool Between the endless to-do lists, competing priorities, and decisions piling up, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. But here’s the truth: you can’t give more if you’re running on empty. That’s why we created Balance Your Brave—a free 15-minute diagnostic tool to help you regain control and clarity. In just 15 minutes, you will: ✅ Pinpoint energy drains holding you back. ✅ Identify where to focus for the biggest impact. ✅ Walk away feeling calmer and more confident in your next steps. Think of it as your personal roadmap to balance and alignment. ⬇️ Click here to access your free Balance Your Brave diagnostic tool. https://www.bravefeminineleadership.com/Balance-Your-Brave   Are we friends? Connect with Us. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bravefeminineleadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravefeminineleadership Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brave-feminine-leadership