Why narcissistic coworkers are getting promotions instead of you

Why narcissistic coworkers are getting promotions instead of youWhy narcissistic coworkers are getting promotions instead of youPeople with narcissistic personality disorder believe they are fundamentally special, have no qualms about taking advantage of others, and need constant attention and praise.In the workplace, theyre likely the ones trying to manipulate everyone around them to get a promotion or telling outlandish stories about their recent accomplishments.But theres one mental block that most narcissists never have to experience impostor syndrome.Ultra-successful people like author John Green, Sheryl Sandberg, and Tina Fey have all dealt with impostor syndrome. This psychological phenomenon defines a feeling that, despite being skilled and hard working, you dont deserve any of your successes and will soon be exposed for your fraud.Narcissists, on the other hand, believe that theyre destined for great things, whether or not they have the skills to get there. Instead of doubti ng their skills and feeling unable to ask for more from their employers, they demand more opportunities and leadership roles.They dont suffer from the impostor syndrome that holds so many people back from achieving great success, Dr. Karlyn Borysenko, Principal at Zen Workplace, told Business Insider.Implementing a little bit of their own thinking could radically change how you go after new opportunities, Borysenko said.The best way to get to the next level of your career isnt by hoping that someone notices you, its by being proactive and asking for it yourself. Thats something narcissists do naturally.What if you were able to create your own reality in that way, where there is no possibility of your failure? Borysenko told Business Insider. How many more opportunities would you go after? How much more would you achieve?So, stop doubting yourself, take a look at what youve accomplished in your role, and ask for something new or bigger if thats what youre yearning for.Something about that approach is definitely working for narcissists. Studies have shown that narcissists are more likely to assume leadership roles - though research has also shown that theyre not necessarily more effective leaders.And this isnt the only indication that we can steal some tricks from narcissists. As Business Insiders Shana Lebowitz previously reported, some research suggests that narcissists are less depressed, anxious, and lonely than the general population. They also tend to make better first impressions.Borysenko noted that taking some lessons from a narcissists way of thinking doesnt, in turn, make you a narcissist. They have a psychological disease that begins forming at a young age.Learn what you can from them and use what you can to help you achieve your own dreams, Borysenko said.This article first appeared on Business Insider.