How to Lead and Manage a Narcissistic Employee

16 Oct 2025
12:00 PM PDT | 03:00 PM EDT
60 Minutes
Leading and managing a narcissistic employee can be an intimidating and challenging task for any manager. Narcissism is a personality disorder that is characterized by grandiosity, an excessive need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.
Narcissistic employees can be difficult to work with due to their need for attention and lack of understanding of others’ feelings. However, with the right strategies, managers can learn to lead and manage narcissistic employees in a way that is fair and beneficial for both parties.

This course will give participants an in-depth understanding of narcissistic personality disorder and the strategies needed to effectively lead and manage a narcissistic employee. Participants will learn how to recognize the signs of narcissistic behavior and understand the underlying causes. The course will also cover tips on how to communicate with a narcissistic employee, address their needs, and provide constructive feedback. Additionally, the course will discuss ways to manage the narcissist’s sense of entitlement and their need for special treatment or attention.

By the end of this course, participants will have a better understanding of how to lead and manage a narcissistic employee. They will be able to recognize the signs of narcissistic behavior and use effective strategies to address their needs. Participants will also gain insight into how to communicate effectively with a narcissistic employee and provide constructive feedback. Furthermore, they will learn how to manage the narcissist’s sense of entitlement and their need for special treatment or attention. With these skills, managers will be better equipped to lead and manage a narcissistic employee in a way that is fair and beneficial for both parties.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

  • Supervise or manage a narcissistic employee
  • Have managed a narcissistic employee in the past and want to learn how to be prepared to lead one in the future

AREA COVERED

  • Understand the traits of narcissism
  • Recognizing manipulative behavior
  • Developing strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader
  • How to provide clear direction and feedback
  • Learn to avoid enabling narcissistic behavior

WHO WILL BENEFIT?

  • Business Owners and operators
  • Novice and Experienced HR Generalists and Administrative Assistants
  • Payroll staff
  • Small Business Administrative Assistants
  • Supervise or manage a narcissistic employee
  • Have managed a narcissistic employee in the past and want to learn how to be prepared to lead one in the future
  • Understand the traits of narcissism
  • Recognizing manipulative behavior
  • Developing strategies for dealing with a narcissistic leader
  • How to provide clear direction and feedback
  • Learn to avoid enabling narcissistic behavior
  • Business Owners and operators
  • Novice and Experienced HR Generalists and Administrative Assistants
  • Payroll staff
  • Small Business Administrative Assistants
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Speaker Profile

ins_img Brenda Neckvatal

Brenda Neckvatal is a three-time bestselling author, an award-winning Human Results professional, and a serial entrepreneur who has been featured in publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Inc., and US News and World Reports. Perseverance, integrity, and relentless optimism are just a few of the ingredients you experience when meeting and working with Brenda.Not only does she help business leaders tackle their toughest people challenges, but she is also a recognized expert in crisis management and group dynamics. As a trusted mentor to leaders and managers at all levels, she equips them with the skills to navigate complex …

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