Experts Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter discuss bullies as leaders, their personality traits, and the impact on organizations. They emphasize the need for clear policies, setting limits, and consequences. Introduction to New Ways for Work for Leaders training program.
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Ancient Dominance Drives Bully Leaders
Bullies often seek leadership because ancient dominance instincts reward followers in crisis stories and tribal hierarchies.
This can make them inspiring yet aggressive leaders who prioritize loyalty and control.
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Different Bully Types Behave Differently
Different bully subtypes show different patterns: narcissistic, antisocial, and borderline each have distinct risks and behaviors.
Antisocial bullies are the biggest liars and most willing to harm others, while borderlines struggle with self-control.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Courtroom Lie Exposed With Tears
Bill recalls catching a woman lying in court and watching her burst into tears after being exposed.
The judge moved on, illustrating how emotional manipulation can follow exposure.
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In this episode, Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter explore the topic of bullies as leaders in organizations. They discuss the ancient personality traits that drive bullies to seek leadership positions, the impact they have on their organizations, and strategies for addressing their behavior.
Recognizing and Addressing Bully Behavior in Leaders
Bill and Megan emphasize the importance of recognizing bully behavior in leaders and taking action to address it. They stress the need for organizations to have clear policies, set limits, and impose consequences for bullying behavior to create a healthy work environment.
Questions we answer in this episode:
What ancient personality traits do bully leaders possess?
How can organizations address bully behavior in leaders?
Key Takeaways:
Bullies often seek leadership positions due to their desire to dominate and inspire loyalty.
Clear policies, setting limits, and imposing consequences are crucial for creating a healthy work environment.
Introducing New Ways for Work for Leaders
Bill and Megan introduce their upcoming training program, New Ways for Work for Leaders, which focuses on helping leaders manage high conflict situations and create a bully-proofed environment.
This episode provides valuable insights into the complex issue of bullies as leaders in organizations. Bill and Megan's expertise and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone dealing with high conflict personalities in leadership positions.
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