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Adopting the boss’s hobbies, vocabulary, or opinions to build a superficial bond. Professional Impact

An (or sycophant) is someone who uses excessive flattery and submissiveness to gain favor or advantage, typically from a person in a position of power. Key Traits

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Offering honest insights in a respectful, private manner.

They rarely disagree with leadership, even when an idea is clearly flawed. Adopting the boss’s hobbies, vocabulary, or opinions to

Rather than "kissing ass," experts suggest building through: Reliability: Letting high-quality work speak for itself.

If leaders surround themselves with sycophants, they stop receiving honest feedback, which can lead to poor decision-making. Better Alternatives Adopting the boss’s hobbies

Offering unsolicited and over-the-top compliments to the boss.