Bamboozled by a Phony: Jay's Toxic Workplace Story of Unmasking a Narcissistic Boss
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After getting laid off by a large tech company as a recruiter, Jay was in search of a new job. In the midst of his job search, Jay is contacted by Hoss, a former colleague who presents him with a promising new opportunity. Initially relieved and optimistic, Jay starts working alongside Hoss but soon begins to notice inconsistencies and troubling behavior. As the layers peel back, Jay uncovers the truth about Hoss’s narcissistic tendencies and manipulative nature, realizing that the opportunity might not be as golden as it seemed. Tune in to hear Jay’s journey of disillusionment and the lessons he learned about trust and the corporate world of narcissism. *****Do you have a toxic workplace story to share?*********** Go to www.toxicworkplacepodcast.com and click on "Be a Guest." Your story will be shared anonymously. All names are changed to protect the employee and the company. Does listening to this podcast help you navigate your toxic workplace? Be sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. You may also go to www.toxicworkplacepodcast.com and leave a private review. Follow Toxic Workplace on Facebook, TikTok, X and Instagram @ToxicWorkplacePodcast Supporting articles: Lots of Companies Use Personality Tests for Hiring Decisions. Here’s Why That Can Backfire: https://neuroleadership.com/your-brain-at-work/personality-tests-for-hiring-decisions-can-backfire The Dark Side of Personality Tests in Recruitment: What Employers Need to Know: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dark-side-personality-tests-recruitment-what-employers?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&utm_campaign=share_via
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