Meet this month’s cover star Heidi Runeberg / @heidiruneberg
What inspired you to start your career, and how has your journey evolved over time? I’m inspired by all the strong women around me, who always believed in me, even when I did not. I have done well. Fulfilled many dreams.
What has been the most defining moment of your professional life so far? When I sold my first painting.
Who has been your biggest influence or role model throughout your journey? Birgitte Bardot- Beauty-Talent-Kindness and Charities (very important to me).
What does a typical day in your life look like? Workout, Shower, Yoga, and then art in my gallery. In the evening a glass of Champagne and a good book.
How do you stay motivated and focused in a fast-paced industry? I don’t always do, but trying my best to have a strict schedule and always have a goal.
What’s your philosophy when it comes to balancing work and personal life? To have clear boundaries between work life and personal life.
What’s one thing you do every day to keep yourself grounded and happy? My Morning walk in the nature.
What are some hobbies or passions you enjoy outside of work? I do not have much time for hobbies but I enjoy reading-horseback riding, my Harley Davidson, and dancing (been dancing all my life, from ballet to Latin dances and all between.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? Right now back in London and to Paris from there -A mix of cultures, fashion, and fun.
Do you have a favorite book, movie, or song that inspires you? First can think of is a book- Everything is figureoutable- The New York bestseller By Marie Forled.
What’s one fun fact about you that most people don’t know? It must be my stuffed pink toy pig (Piggy-Lee) that I carry with me wherever I go.
What advice would you give to someone looking to follow in your footsteps? Do as I say NOT as I do.
How do you approach challenges or setbacks, and what keeps you going? Always have a plan A and a plan B and a positive thinking.
What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned in your career? To live one day at a time. Believe in yourself and your halfway there.
If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be? Believe In Your Self And Your intuition. You’re stronger than you think.
