How to Lead and Manage a Narcissistic Employee
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Leading and managing a narcissistic employee can be an intimidating and challenging task for any manager. Narcissism is a personality disorder that is characterized by grandiosity, an excessive need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.
Narcissistic employees can be difficult to work with due to their need for attention and lack of understanding of others’ feelings. However, with the right strategies, managers can learn to lead and manage narcissistic employees in a way that is fair and beneficial for both parties.
This course will give participants an in-depth understanding of narcissistic personality disorder and the strategies needed to effectively lead and manage a narcissistic employee. Participants will learn how to recognize the signs of narcissistic behavior and understand the underlying causes. The course will also cover tips on how to communicate with a narcissistic employee, address their needs, and provide constructive feedback. Additionally, the course will discuss ways to manage the narcissist’s sense of entitlement and their need for special treatment or attention.
By the end of this course, participants will have a better understanding of how to lead and manage a narcissistic employee. They will be able to recognize the signs of narcissistic behavior and use effective strategies to address their needs. Participants will also gain insight into how to communicate effectively with a narcissistic employee and provide constructive feedback. Furthermore, they will learn how to manage the narcissist’s sense of entitlement and their need for special treatment or attention. With these skills, managers will be better equipped to lead and manage a narcissistic employee in a way that is fair and beneficial for both parties.
Why you should Attend:
- Supervise or manage a narcissistic employee
- Have managed a narcissistic employee in the past and want to learn how to be prepared to lead one in the future
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Understand the traits of narcissism
- Recognizing manipulative behavior
- Developing strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader
- How to provide clear direction and feedback
- Learn to avoid enabling narcissistic behavior
Who Will Benefit:
- Business Owners and operators
- Novice and Experienced HR Generalists and Administrative Assistants
- Payroll staff
- Small Business Administrative Assistants
Not only does she help business leaders tackle their toughest people challenges, but she is also a recognized expert in crisis management and group dynamics. As a trusted mentor to leaders and managers at all levels, she equips them with the skills to navigate complex interpersonal issues, resolve conflicts, and lead with confidence. By mastering these skills, they can lead their teams into tomorrow’s rapidly evolving business landscape with resilience, clarity, and purpose.
She really enjoys helping people solve their unique problems, and human resources offered her the ability to support her co-workers in a greater capacity. Having the benefit of working for a total of six Fortune 500 companies, she converted her experience into advising her audience to use tried and trusted best practices that help leaders achieve their workforce goals.
In her 30-year career in human resources and business, she has consulted to over 700 small businesses and 1,000 leaders. She has optimized employee effectiveness and helped leaders develop high-performing teams and navigate intense employment-related decisions.
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