Successful managers are often heralded for being charismatic leaders who inspire their employees with a sense of loyalty, commitment, and drive towards achieving the company’s objectives. These corporate leaders are often held directly responsible for their organizations’ profits and growth, and they are sometimes likened to “management gurus” both in and outside their organizations. While on the surface these leaders may seem to warrant much of the admiration and at least some of the high-flying salaries they receive, there is a potential danger in such leadership styles of which not everyone is aware. Charismatic leaders are prone to narcissism, which can have devastating consequences for organizations.