Aug 27, 2018 06:13 PM
https://www.spring.org.uk/2018/08/machia...sorder.php
EXCERPT: Machiavellianism is a personality disorder that, unlike psychopathy and narcissism, is little known. People with ‘Machiavellian’ traits are unemotional and regularly deceive and manipulate others. People with Machiavellian traits tend to agree with statements like these:
“It is hard to get ahead without cutting corners here and there.”
“Never tell anyone the real reason you did something unless it is useful to do so.”
“It is safest to assume that all people have a vicious streak and it will come out when they are given a chance.”
“It is wise to flatter important people.”
Those with Machiavellian traits — named for a 15th century Italian diplomat — are very good at getting others to do what they want by using lying and flattery, as needed. Their motto, if they had one, would be: “The ends justify the means.” In other words, do whatever you have to in order to get what you want....
MORE: https://www.spring.org.uk/2018/08/machia...sorder.php
EXCERPT: Machiavellianism is a personality disorder that, unlike psychopathy and narcissism, is little known. People with ‘Machiavellian’ traits are unemotional and regularly deceive and manipulate others. People with Machiavellian traits tend to agree with statements like these:
“It is hard to get ahead without cutting corners here and there.”
“Never tell anyone the real reason you did something unless it is useful to do so.”
“It is safest to assume that all people have a vicious streak and it will come out when they are given a chance.”
“It is wise to flatter important people.”
Those with Machiavellian traits — named for a 15th century Italian diplomat — are very good at getting others to do what they want by using lying and flattery, as needed. Their motto, if they had one, would be: “The ends justify the means.” In other words, do whatever you have to in order to get what you want....
MORE: https://www.spring.org.uk/2018/08/machia...sorder.php