Do yourself and your career a big favor. Avoid working for a company with a narcissist at the top. Why you ask ? because these types tend to overspend on investments, deliver substandard results, are pathological and will turn to suit their own agenda.
Trust me – narcissist leaders talk a good game but WILL NEVER live up to it. Not surprisingly, their tenure at companies is usually short, and they burn through great people – some of them leaving suddenly and without warning.
Narcissists may do the most damage at the top, but they can disrupt workplaces at all levels. They possess very little empathy and have grandiose views of themselves, leading to feelings of entitlement and a constant need for a new ” shiny toy ” such as ” Holacracy ” . Ask Zappos how that is working …..
” When you meet a narcissist at a party, they can be charming, same as when you interview with one – but that mask will fall off in the workplace.
On the plus side, some narcissists are very creative and have high energy and a strong desire to get things done – but, on the whole, the best way to avoid dealing with a narcissist is do not hitch your wagon to one.
There you have it …..
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About Michael:
Michael is a dual citizen of the United States and Ireland with a unique background that includes experience in both European and US markets. His experience in early-stage companies gives him insights from a founder's perspective, which can be valuable in the business world.
Additionally, his years of working with growth-stage businesses have provided him with practical knowledge about how leadership teams can impact a company's success and shareholder value. Understanding the importance of having the right team in place and the consequences of having the wrong team is crucial in the business world.
Michael has many interests, including mountain biking, traveling, mogul and extreme skiing, politics, technology, art, and a passion for the Grateful Dead. He also values spending time with his family, dogs, and being a dad.
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