EPISODE · Nov 27, 2025 · 8 MIN
The Hidden Saboteur: Why Your Team Is Falling Apart and How to Fix It
A silent saboteur can quietly dismantle team cohesion, sabotage leadership, and derail productivity without anyone realizing until it's too late. In this episode, we explore the subtle yet destructive behavior of organizational sabotage, where colleagues, bosses, or subordinates undermine others and erode trust from within. Drawing on evolutionary psychology and organizational research, we explore why people sabotage one another and the damaging impact this has on teams and organizations. We’ll also share different forms of sabotage and provide practical strategies for addressing them.Recognizing and confronting sabotage is crucial for maintaining healthy, productive teams. If you’re a leader or team member experiencing sabotage, or simply want to future-proof your organization against this behavior, you won’t want to miss these insights. In this episode:- Evolutionary roots and research on sabotage- The dynamics and impact of sabotage on teams- Strategies to combat sabotage- Summary and closing thoughtsGet Your Copy of The Mammoth in the Room: https://mammothleadershipsciences.com/book/Get in Touch: Website: https://www.mammothleadershipscien ces.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolaspokorny YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MammothLeadershipSciences
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