Is Your Boss or Colleague a Psychopath? 1 in 20 Are Psychopaths! Author of Toxic at Work, David Gillespie
"When your boss is a psychopath, you have to get out of there. They will destroy your life as easily as making a cup of coffee, and in the meantime, they will work you like a slave and take all the credit for what you do."
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David Gillespie, the author of "Toxic at Work", shares valuable insights about toxic work environments and dealing with psychopaths at work. In our conversation, we delve into the impact of psychopaths in the workplace and discuss effective strategies for dealing with psychopathic coworkers and bosses. We also emphasize the importance of rebuilding confidence and finding a new job after experiencing a toxic work environment. Additionally, we talk about preventing psychopaths from entering an organisation and highlight all the red flags to look for. Lastly, we touch upon addiction, the effects of screens and social media on young people, and provide tips on helping teenagers and adults break device addiction.
Key Moments
- How can you recognise psychopathic traits in coworkers, and what strategies can you employ to protect yourself from their manipulation?
- What are the warning signs that someone might be a psychopath, and how can individuals navigate interactions with such individuals in the workplace?
- When facing a psychopathic boss, what steps should you take to safeguard your well-being and career trajectory?
- What proactive measures can companies implement to prevent psychopaths from joining their organisation, and how can individuals trust their instincts during the hiring process?
- How can parents effectively manage resistance from teenagers when enforcing limits on device usage, and why is it crucial to address addiction to screens?
Chapters
01:05 Interest in Toxic Work Environments
03:21 David Gillespie's Background and Writing
05:17 Defining Psychopaths
11:04 Psychopaths in the Workplace
26:06 Psychopathic Bosses
29:57 Rebuilding Confidence and Finding a New Job
33:09 Preventing Psychopaths from Entering an Organisation
33:18 Identifying Warning Signs of Psychopaths
41:33 Thoroughly Checking References
44:29 Understanding Chronic Stress and Addiction
53:52 Effects of Screens and Social Media on Young People
01:03:17 Helping Teenagers Break Device Addiction
01:06:04 Resetting Adult Brains Addicted to Social Media