Narcissistic Leaders Hate Remote Work | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

New research from the University of Pennsylvania reveals that narcissistic leaders are more likely to resist remote work, driven by a craving for attention and control that in-person settings fulfill. The study, which analyzed company reports, CEO statements, and an online experiment, shows that these leaders feel remote work undermines their influence and status. While employers often cite collaboration and team cohesion as reasons to return to the office, this research suggests some pushback stems from personal psychological needs. Interestingly, productivity rose during the remote work…