✨ A study published in Psychology of Leaders and Leadership found that employees scoring high on "dark" personality traits (Machiavellianism, Narcissism, Psychopathy) were better equipped to handle toxic supervisors, reporting higher mental well-being, more career advancement, and better relationships with their leaders.

✨ However, these "dark" traits offered no protection against negative outcomes. Employees high in these traits still reported strong intentions to quit and high psychological distress when dealing with a toxic boss.

✨ Notably, employees high in psychopathy showed even stronger intentions to quit under toxic supervision, possibly due to impulsiveness, despite potential career advancements.

✨ Researchers suggest practical takeaways for individuals include building self-confidence and maintaining a strategic focus, while organizations are advised to regularly survey workers about their managers to detect and address toxic supervision early.

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