Workplace Arrogance: Theory and Practice

By Graeme Mitchell, Ashokkumar Manoharan, Adela McMurray

This book offers a groundbreaking exploration into the elusive concept of arrogance, providing a comprehensive review that builds upon the fragmented and often silent literature. It delves into the intricate relationships between arrogance, leadership, and organizational culture, offering insights that are crucial for enhancing leadership effectiveness and workplace environments. By examining arrogance through various lenses, the authors challenge the notion that its consequences are solely negative, proposing instead that it may play a role in creativity and renewal. Key concepts explored include the origins and development of arrogance, its distinction from similar constructs, and its impact on leadership and organizational dynamics. The authors present a nuanced analysis of arrogance as both a state and a trait, its emotional triggers, and its measurement through innovative qualitative methods. The book also investigates the potential benefits of arrogance in fostering creativity and innovation, as well as the emerging relationship between arrogance and artificial intelligence. Ideal for scholars, students, and professionals in business and management, Arrogance in the Workplace is an essential resource for those seeking to understand and address arrogant behavior in leadership and organizational settings. This timely volume is a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of human behavior and its impact on organizational success.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3032269539
• ISBN13: 9783032269539
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan