Nothing is more annoying than someone bragging about their success. Right? Not necessarily so, according to new research conducted at INSEAD. When bosses brag, it can inspire their reports to put more effort into their own work. Specifically, when bosses, whom employees regard as role models, brag about their work accomplishments, their subordinates report feeling more inspired and motivated.
However, it’s entirely another story when we hear our peers at work brag–their accomplishments threaten our ego. If they managed to achieve that success, why haven’t we? It is triggering.
