Snakes in Suits
Unveils how psychopaths manipulate their way to corporate success.
Summary of 5 Key Points
Key Points
- Psychopaths are not just serial killers
- Psychopaths can be charming and manipulative
- Psychopaths in high positions can be destructive
- Screening tools to identify psychopaths
- Strategies to handle psychopaths in the workplace
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Psychopaths are not just serial killers
Psychopaths are not just synonymous with ruthless killers or serial murderers often depicted in popular culture. Their presence is more pervasive, extending to various aspects of society including the business world. They possess a unique combination of traits – glibness, manipulation, grandiosity, lack of empathy, impulsivity, and superficial charm – which they use to their advantage in a corporate setup. These people can be found at all levels of an organization, not just the top…Read&Listen More
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Psychopaths can be charming and manipulative
In any environment, psychopaths have the ability to project themselves as charming individuals, despite their lack of empathy or moral compass. This charm is not genuine but a calculated effort designed to deceive and manipulate others. They are capable of creating a persona that attracts people towards them, making it easier to exploit these individuals for their own gains…Read&Listen More
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Psychopaths in high positions can be destructive
Psychopaths in high positions are not just harmful, they are destructive. They are often charming, seemingly normal individuals who are adept at deceiving and manipulating others. But beneath this facade, they lack empathy and are completely indifferent to the rights, feelings, and wellbeing of others. Their superficial charm and apparent normalcy can make it difficult for colleagues and subordinates to recognize their destructive behaviors…Read&Listen More
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Screening tools to identify psychopaths
Screening tools to identify psychopaths, as suggested in the book, encompass a range of psychological evaluations and behavioral observations. These tools are designed to isolate the specific traits and patterns of behavior that are commonly associated with psychopathy. Key traits include a lack of empathy, superficial charm, manipulative behavior, and an inability to accept responsibility for one’s actions…Read&Listen More
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Strategies to handle psychopaths in the workplace
The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the characteristics and tactics of workplace psychopaths in order to manage them effectively. It describes psychopaths as individuals who are often charming and charismatic, but who lack empathy, have a grandiose sense of self-worth, and are manipulative. They can create toxic work environments, causing stress, anxiety and low morale among employees. ..Read&Listen More