📩 How to Deal with Corporate Narcissists

Thaisa Fernandes
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1 min readDec 9, 2024

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Narcissism in today’s corporate world is not only common but often rewarded. The drive for success, recognition, and power creates an environment where narcissistic behaviors — such as manipulation, entitlement, and a lack of empathy — are mistakenly viewed as leadership traits.

Dionysis Svoronos wrote about how while these individuals may excel in results-driven settings, their behaviors can be deeply toxic to colleagues, undermining trust and healthy collaboration.

In professional relationships, narcissists use tactics like gaslighting and manipulation to maintain control, making it difficult for others to see through their charismatic public facade.

Working with a narcissistic boss can be especially challenging. These leaders often cultivate toxic environments where competition and self-interest reign supreme.

Employees may find themselves constantly walking on eggshells, facing scrutiny, blame-shifting, and psychological warfare. The experience can be emotionally draining, with colleagues left feeling isolated and unsure of their own abilities.

To navigate such environments, it’s essential to adopt strategies like setting firm boundaries, limiting contact, documenting interactions, and seeking support from trusted colleagues or mentors.

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Thaisa Fernandes
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