The narcissistic coworker

Something about working with a narcissistic coworker that makes the day so pleasant. Is the sarcasm jumping off the page? Okay if you haven’t figured yet I am totally joking and cannot stand these type of people. If you don’t know the type they are the ones that can’t help themselves in giving themselves a pat on the back. The essence of self-loathing.

There is usually one in particular in every office. You know the one. Guaranteed you’re thinking of their name right.this.minute. It’s not that you’re trying to ‘mean’ but being realistic. This is the coworker that every time they get put in a group with you – you sigh. You sigh heavy.

Below is a list of traits that I’ve combiled to know when you are working with a narcisstic coworker, or worse – you are one.

It’s All About ME-ME-ME

You’re dog just died and all the coworkers all giving you their condolences…except one. This particular one decides to go into a 20 minutes about how THEY lost their pet and how THEY got over it. Go figure.

Look At ME!

Oh, you just knew it was coming didn’t you. This individual does anything they can to not just be the star of attention – just attention from anyone. If there was a lull in the office this coworker would insist on telling some outragous tale that is more than likely made up on the spot. It’s that feeling you get when you know a child doesn’t get enough attention at home. It’s quite sad.

I DID IT!

Oh, this is the best part. As I mentioned in the begining if you are working with a narcissistic on a project. No matter how big or small the project may be this person feels the need to make sure EVERYONE knows exactly what they did on it. They might’ve just come up with two graphs on a presentation but will ask everyone in the office about it.

Whose #1?

No need to ask the question because everyone knows…right?

Okay, now while this has been written towards “co-worker” believe me I’ve worked under some narcissistic managers in my time and they all have the same traits mentioned above.

Have I missed one? Feel free to share below.