Discover proven strategies to recognize, manage, and protect yourself from narcissistic behavior.
“Narcissistic personality disorder is the only
mental condition where the patient is left alone,
but everyone else needs treatment.”
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How can this book help me?
You’ll learn to:
Survive — and thrive — under a narcissistic boss.
Protect your career without losing your sanity.
Use this book as the guide to outsmart narcissists at work (and beyond).
Whether it’s a boss who takes credit for your work, manipulates the team, or undermines your confidence — you’ll learn the strategies to handle it.
is your boss
a narcissist?
Take this quick, 15-item checklist to determine just how narcissistic your boss is. It’s free and easy to use.
This test is helpful in determining if your boss, manager, or any other leader in your company is a narcissist.
| Narcissist Quiz - Is your manager a narcissist? | Yes | No | |
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| 1 | Unwillingness to be challenged or questioned. |
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| 2 | Requires excessive levels of loyalty, praise, and adoration. |
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| 3 | Struggles to accept and incorporate feedback. |
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| 4 | Inconsiderate of other people's opinions or failing to engage them in conversations about problem-solving or changes. |
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| 5 | Uncaring about the needs of others in the organization |
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| 6 | Makes unilateral decisions without involving other stakeholders. |
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| 7 | Exhibits a grandiose sense of self-importance, fantasized talent, or expertise |
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| 8 | Focuses on self-image to elevate their own public image or reputation. |
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| 9 | Demands control over all aspects of the company. |
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| Not convinced yet, keep answering | |||
| 10 | Displays excessive arrogance in unimportant situations |
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| 11 | Uses fear, guilt, shame, punishment, and manipulation to gain compliance and control. |
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| 12 | Takes personal credit for the work of individuals or the team |
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| 13 | Espouses envy for what others possess |
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| 14 | Believes in their entitlement to whatever they want |
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| 15 | Only that which they deem important is important. |
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DISCLAIMER
The insights and advice provided by the author are derived from personal experience and reflection. They do not constitute professional psychological or therapeutic guidance.Readers should consult a qualified mental health professional for advice specific to their circumstances.
The Problem
LIVING WITH OR WORKING AROUND A NARCISSIST CAN FEEL LIKE WALKING ON EGGSHELLS.
- Living with or working around a narcissist can feel like walking on eggshells.
- Constant manipulation and gaslighting and love bombing.
- Emotional roller coasters that leave you drained.
- Self-doubt and confusion about what's "real".
- Fear of setting boundaries or speaking up.
- If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and you're not trapped.
The Promise
THIS BOOK GIVES YOU THE TOOLS TO PROTECT YOUR CONFIDENCE AND CAREER.
- Recognize the subtle tactics narcissistic bosses use to control their employees.
- Set professional boundaries without putting your job at risk.
- Document interactions to protect yourself from blame and retaliation.
- Communicate effectively in a way that shuts down manipulation.
- Build allies and support systems so you're not isolated.
- Know when — and how — to plan an exit strategy.
About The Authors
Neil Goldstein
Neil Goldstein’s company, Elementary Business Inc., has helped over 100 companies with their financial problems. Goldstein’s successes have come from his understanding of narcissism and the unique communication skills necessary for success. He also counsels other professionals on how to deal with their narcissistic clients.
Marsha Rosenstein
LCSW
Marsha Rosenstein brought the psychological understanding of narcissism to the book and logical, proven methodologies for overcoming the detrimental effects on employees who work for a narcissist.
