New research conducted by Dr. Clive Boddy of Anglia Ruskin University delves into the world of corporate psychopathy, shedding light on how these individuals rise to positions of power and the potential damage they can cause. Boddy, a leading figure in the study of corporate psychopathy, has found that while these individuals comprise around 1% of the adult population, their influence in the business sector can be profoundly destabilizing.
While corporate psychopaths may appear effective and charming, there are subtle signs that can help employees discern if their boss fits this unsettling profile. One of the most telling indicators is a marked difference in their behavior towards junior and senior colleagues. To superiors, they might present as dedicated and competent, but to those beneath them, they can be overly critical and demeaning.
Although individuals with certain psychopathic characteristics often rise in the corporate finance world, their impulsive and avaricious behaviors can jeopardize not only organizations but also entire economic systems.