About the book: 2021 / A book about psychopaths at work, their destructive behavior and strategies for countering them. All More often than not, it is the impression of the team leader and other participants that turns out to be more important than real indicators. This creates a favorable environment for office predators, who possess a distinctive charm and manipulative skills, to thrive. They are able to make difficult decisions, have excellent control over emotions and do not get lost in difficult situations. At first, colleagues don't even notice their destructive behavior. But in vain. This book will help you recognize a toxic colleague, subordinate, or manager in time and not suffer from his actions. You will learn not only to identify psychopaths by their characteristics, behavioral strategies, methods of controlling victims and motivation, but also find your own method of defense. Who is this book for? For those who want to form civilized and productive working relationships in their company. For those who want to learn to recognize office snakes or have to catch them as part of their job. For everyone who works in corporate structures. Published in Russian for the first time.