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Dark Psychology at Work: How Manipulation Hides in Plain Sight | Throwback Episode
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In this special throwback episode, Ron and Kristin expose how manipulation operates in everyday workplaces — from charm tactics to control games — and how leaders can spot the warning signs.
Highlights:
The Dark Triad at work: narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy.
How confidence can blur into control.
Creating psychological safety to shut down manipulation.
The power of self-awareness — knowing your own shadow.
Dirty Lesson:
The most dangerous manipulator isn’t in the boardroom — it’s the one in your blind spot.
4Ward Reflection:
Leadership isn’t about avoiding darkness…
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