The Dark Side of Charisma

My brush with a narcissistic leader (and how I learned to wield my power responsibly)

Photo by John Silliman on Unsplash

I've always found charisma to be fascinating. That intangible, magnetic quality is what draws people in and makes them want to follow. Think Steve Jobs unveiling the iPhone, Oprah Winfrey inspiring millions, or Indra Nooyi leading PepsiCo through ups and downs with empathy and grace. These leaders possess a special spar…