The Paradox of Machiavellianism: Machiavellianism May Make for Productive Sales but Poor Management Reviews

This article investigates the effects of Machiavellianism (MACH) on sales performance. Results indicate that those who possess high Machiavellian traits are more productive but received lower overall managerial ratings. Findings suggest that Machiavellianism may in certain circumstances, be somewhat...

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Auteurs: Ricks, James (Auteur) ; Fraedrich, John (Auteur)
Type de support: Électronique Article
Langue:Anglais
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Publié: Springer Science + Business Media B. V 1999
Dans: Journal of business ethics
Année: 1999, Volume: 20, Numéro: 3, Pages: 197-205
Sujets non-standardisés:B Poor Management
B Management Review
B Managerial Rating
B Productive Sales
B Economic Growth
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Résumé:This article investigates the effects of Machiavellianism (MACH) on sales performance. Results indicate that those who possess high Machiavellian traits are more productive but received lower overall managerial ratings. Findings suggest that Machiavellianism may in certain circumstances, be somewhat advantageous for long-term sales performance.
ISSN:1573-0697
Contient:Enthalten in: Journal of business ethics
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1023/A:1005956311600