Episode 19: Are YOU a Narcissist?! with Erika Weed

Send us Fan MailNarcissism in leadership isn’t always what you think. In this episode, Erika Weed, certified executive coach and organizational consultant, joins me to unpack narcissism as a spectrum—not a stereotype. We explore the difference between clinical and subclinical narcissism, how it shows up at work, and what you can do when you’re working with (or for) someone with those traits.We also talk about:How narcissism develops and what prevents it in childhoodThe role of empathy and psychological safety in leadershipStrategies like “gray rocking” and documentation for protecting yourselfWhy awareness—not labeling—is the key to changeErika’s expertise comes from years of coaching executives across industries, from healthcare to professional sports, and her research in human and organizational development gives this conversation real depth and compassion.Connect with Erika: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erikaweed Website: ascendry.comSamantha Elizabeth Coaching & Consulting LLCsamanthaelizabeth.com