Bright systems, dark traits: High-performance work systems amplify narcissistic managers' derailment

Key Points

• Narcissistic managers experience increased derailment in high-performance work systems.
• Key evidence shows that heightened narcissism leads to negative employee engagement outcomes.
• Observational analysis across diverse organizations highlights the interaction between narcissism and work environments.
• Findings suggest the need for better management strategies to mitigate narcissistic effects on teams.