How to Lead and Manage a Narcissistic Manager

In our course, "How to Lead and Manage a Narcissistic Manager," you'll gain the critical insights and strategies needed to effectively manage and lead someone with narcissistic tendencies.

Brenda Neckvatal, an international award-winning HR professional and two-time Best Selling Author, will guide you through understanding the traits of narcissism, recognizing manipulative behavior, and developing robust strategies to deal with a narcissistic leader.

When you consider the challenges of managing a narcissistic manager,do you face:

• Frustration dealing with someone who exhibits grandiosity, entitlement, and a lack of empathy?
• Difficulty recognizing manipulative behaviors that can undermine your authority and disrupt the workplace?
• Challenges in setting and enforcing boundaries with a leader who consistently oversteps and disregards professional limits?
• Concerns about maintaining team morale and productivity in an environment where narcissistic behavior creates tension and division?
• Pressure to provide clear direction and feedback while dealing with a manager who may not respect your authority or input?
• Fear of enabling narcissistic behavior by not knowing when or how to intervene effectively?
• Struggles in creating a supportive work environment that mitigates the negative impact of a narcissistic leader on your team?

• Understand the traits of narcissism and their impact on leadership and team dynamics
• Recognize manipulative behaviors that can disrupt your authority and create a toxic work environment
• Develop effective strategies for dealing with a narcissistic manager, including setting boundaries and maintaining professional distance
• Provide clear direction and feedback in a way that addresses narcissistic tendencies without escalating conflicts
• Avoid enabling narcissistic behavior by recognizing when and how to engage in appropriate interventions
• Foster a supportive work environment that protects your team from the negative effects of narcissism while promoting collaboration and morale

• Understanding the traits of narcissism and how they manifest in leadership behavior
• Recognizing manipulative behavior and its impact on the workplace
• Developing strategies for dealing with a narcissistic manager, including setting boundaries and establishing expectations
• Providing clear direction and feedback to maintain control and authority in difficult situations
• Learning to avoid enabling narcissistic behavior and knowing when to intervene
• Exploring case studies to understand how to handle real-world situations involving a narcissistic leader
• Discussing the long-term impacts of working with a narcissistic manager and how to create a supportive work environment

• HR Professionals
• Human Resources Managers
• HR Directors
• Operations Managers
• Team Leaders
• Supervisors
• Project Managers
• Department Heads
• Senior Managers
• Employee Relations Specialists
• Business Owners
• Executives and Senior Leaders