Victor Dulewicz - Böcker

The Dark Triad: Psychopaths, Narcissists, and Machiavellians in the Workplace offers an incisive examination of the underlying forces behind much of today’s institutional dysfunction. With penetrating and measured analysis, the authors explore the troubling existence within organisations of narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy—aversive personality traits often hiding beneath thinly polished veneers of professionalism, and competence.Rigorous analysis from authors Brendan Coleman and Victor Dulewicz reveals how these cunning, manipulative, and ruthless individuals ascend to power, leaving behind a trail of ethical compromise and damaged cultures. Drawing on compelling case studies, they illustrate how such personalities operate, from calculated charm to cold self-interest, and how their behaviours take root and flourish within modern institutions. Having read the book, the reader will learn how to, Identify Dark Triad traits in colleagues and leaders; Understand the psychological mechanisms and motivations behind their actions; Recognize signs of manipulation and deceit as well as; Develop strategies to protect themselves, their colleagues, and the broader organisation. A thought-provoking read for professionals and academics with an interest in corporate governance, as well as the lay person who wants to know more about what makes these individuals tick.

Drawing on research into leadership and emotional intelligence, this updated second edition presents a framework that can lead to effective change implementation.

Drawing on research into leadership and emotional intelligence, this updated second edition presents a framework that can lead to effective change implementation. It reflects on more recent arguments, research and changes in the areas of leadership and change, such as relational leadership, shared leadership, and the significant role of purpose beyond profit. Two new chapters explore the dark side of leadership and mindful leadership.Set against a backdrop of increasing complexity, the book responds to the need for organisations to continuously change and transform and book addresses the real challenges of effective implementation. Exploring these concepts at individual, team and organizational levels, this book recognises the complexity of the topic and combines rigour with relevance to underpin the framework with empirical evidence.