Massive psychology study reveals disturbing truths about Machiavellian leaders

Massive psychology study reveals disturbing truths about Machiavellian leaders

A new study published in the Journal of Organizational Behavior sheds light on the ongoing debate over whether Machiavellian tactics help or hurt leaders in the workplace. Analyzing data from over half a million participants, researchers found that Machiavellian leaders tend to create toxic environments for followers, yet are not consistently rewarded or penalized for their behavior. The results suggest that these leaders are often seen as abusi…