Dark side of leadership

Question 1

What are the two Causes of destructive leadership?

Answer 1

Destructive Leadership as an Extreme of “Normal” Personality

Destructive Leadership Related to “Dark Triad” Personality Traits

Question 2

what are explanations for destruction as an extreme of “Normal” Personality?

Answer 2

Sins of Commission (Active Harm):
- Over-controlling: A leader who normally likes to give guidance might take it too far and micromanage, which can demotivate team members.
- Overconfidence: A leader who is usually confident might become arrogant, making poor decisions because they think they know everything and ignore others’ input.

Sins of Omission (Failure to Act):
- Neglecting Needs: A leader might fail to support their team because they are too focused on their own goals, leaving employees feeling undervalued.
- Ignoring Problems: A leader might avoid addressing conflicts or issues within the team, allowing them to grow into bigger problems.

Question 3

What are the big five traits of “normal” personality?

Answer 3

openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, neuroticism

Question 4

What dark triad traits are often linked to destructive leadership behaviors?

Answer 4

Narcissism: Leaders with high narcissism believe they are superior to others and may manipulate or exploit their team to feed their own ego.
Machiavellianism: Leaders with this trait are highly manipulative, often using deceit and unethical methods to achieve their goals or maintain control.
Psychopathy: Leaders with psychopathic traits may lack empathy and concern for others, leading them to engage in harmful behaviors without remorse.