The Unlikely Roots of Leadership: A Tale of Humble Beginnings The notion that successful leaders are born, not made, is a myth perpetuated by those who've forgotten their own humble origins.
Fortune's 2026 Most Powerful Women list shines a light on the first jobs and experiences that shaped the careers of these high achievers.
Jane Fraser, chair and CEO of Citigroup, began her career as a mergers and acquisitions analyst at Goldman Sachs but soon found herself feeling suffocated by its monotony.