By James Rector, Publisher Profiles in Leadership Journal Why Influence Isn’t Reserved for the Top Seat Not every leader sits in the corner office. In fact, some of the most influential leaders operate just outside the spotlight, from the second chair. These are the COOs, deputies, vice presidents, chiefs of staff, and team leads who… Read the full article
In 2011, Profiles in Diversity Journal selected Mary Barra as a Woman Worth Watching®—recognizing her early leadership at General Motors. https://womenworthwatching.com/mary-barra/ Today, as Fortune Magazine names her the #1 Most Powerful Woman in Business for the second year running, we join in celebrating a leader whose impact continues to grow. (Fortune, June July 2025) Mary… Read the full article
By James Rector, Publisher Profiles in Leadership Journal What Children Can Teach Us About Real Influence Children don’t use the word leader. They use hero. To them, the person who stands strong, listens deeply, and helps others feel safe, that’s a hero. And more often than not, that person is a parent, a grandparent, or… Read the full article
By James Rector, Publisher Profiles in Leadership Journal Why Recognition Matters Now More Than Ever Tariffs rise. Budgets tighten. Headcounts shrink. For many companies today, the economic drumbeat is one of restraint, and the instinct is to pull back, preserve cash, and pause initiatives that don’t clearly drive the bottom line. Recognition programs, like leadership… Read the full article
PLJ Recognizes our 2025 First Quarter Emerging Leaders Award Winners For more than two decades, Profiles in Leadership Journal has been dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating a diverse range of leaders. Our primary goal has always been to showcase individuals who have made significant impacts in their organizations and communities. We take great pride in… Read the full article
The 5th Annual Latino Leadership Awards PLJ Salutes our Fifth Class of Latino Leadership Award Winners For 27 years, Profiles in Leadership Journal has been dedicated to honoring and recognizing exceptional individuals who have triumphed over challenges, served as mentors, and demonstrated excellence in their professional endeavors and communities. We are thrilled to announce the… Read the full article
