There are five “dark traits” that so many people working within organisations secretly hold.
Some of these traits have no benefit to anyone, others are getting people promoted.
In this episode, I’m joined by Jonathon Grantham, Director of Nexoid, author of “Corporate Sociopath Handbook” and long-time observer of corporate behaviour, who has spent decades studying the traits that help certain people rise quickly inside large organisations.
Jonathon brings a perspective on what actually gets rewarded behind the scenes and what it means for those trying to operate with integrity.
We unpack the dark five traits - narcissism, Machiavellianism, sociopathy, sadism, and spitefulness - and how they show up in leadership and negotiations. We also dive into how to recognise these behaviours and protect your career (and your values).
If you’ve ever left a negotiation or meeting feeling like you were played, this conversation will help you understand why.
Covered in this episode:
- The “dark five traits” and how they show up in organisations.
- Which traits are most dangerous and which can be useful.
- Why certain behaviours are rewarded in large companies.
- How to spot manipulation in your contract negotiations.
- The line between smart leverage and unethical behaviour.
- The one trait every lawyer needs to develop.
- How to succeed without losing your integrity.
- And more…
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LEARN MORE
Corporate Sociopath Handbook - https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Corporate_Sociopath_Handbook.html?id=2-c3EQAAQBAJ
RMOK Legal- https://www.rmoklegal.com/
CONNECT
Jonathon Grantham on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathongrantham/
Rory O’Keeffe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/roryokeeffe/
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