This course will provide insight on how to lead and manage a narcissist. It will cover topics such as understanding the traits of narcissism, recognizing manipulative behavior, and developing strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader.
The course will begin by introducing the concept of narcissism and its associated traits, such as grandiosity, entitlement, and lack of empathy. Participants will learn to identify the signs of narcissism in a leader and understand the effects of narcissistic behavior on the workplace. We will also explore strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader, such as setting boundaries, establishing expectations, and maintaining professional distance.
We will also cover strategies for managing narcissistic behavior, such as providing clear direction and feedback, responding promptly and positively to queries, and investing in team-building activities. Participants will learn to avoid enabling narcissistic behavior and recognize when to engage in intervention. Through case studies, participants will understand how to handle difficult situations involving a narcissist.
The course will conclude by discussing the long-term impacts of working with a narcissistic leader and how to create a supportive work environment for employees. We will also discuss how to develop strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader and how to maintain team morale in the face of difficult situations.
By the end of this course, participants will have gained an understanding of how to lead and manage a narcissist, and how to foster a healthy work environment in the presence of difficult personalities. They will have the skills to recognize narcissistic behavior, set boundaries, and respond appropriately to manipulative behavior.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
Participants should attend this webinar if they:
- 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
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- 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?
- Women HR professionals ages 25 to 65
- Male HR professionals ages 25 to 65
- Leaders and managers of all ages and company sizes
Participants should attend this webinar if they:
- 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
- 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
- Women HR professionals ages 25 to 65
- Male HR professionals ages 25 to 65
- Leaders and managers of all ages and company sizes
Speaker Profile
Brenda Neckvatal
Brenda Neckvatal is a three-time bestselling author, an award-winning Human Results professional, and a serial entrepreneur who has been featured in publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Inc., and US News and World Reports. Perseverance, integrity, and relentless optimism are just a few of the ingredients you experience when meeting and working with Brenda.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 …
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