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Fortune's Most Powerful Women reveal humble early career starts

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Fortune's 2026 Most Powerful Women list highlights the diverse early career paths of top female leaders across various industries. Many began in roles such as stockroom associates or factory workers before ascending to C-suite positions. The article emphasizes that adaptability and seizing opportunities were key to their success, rather than a linear career plan. AI

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Fortune's Most Powerful Women reveal humble early career starts

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Preston Fore ·

    From Target stockrooms to factory floors: The first jobs that shaped Fortune’s Most Powerful Women

    The leaders on Fortune’s 2026 Most Powerful Women list can trace their earliest ambition to their first jobs.

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