Why the Worst People Are So Successful
September 14, 2025
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Why do the liars, the narcissists, and the bullies seem to always win? You see them everywhere: running billion-dollar companies, racking up influence, and walking away with golden parachutes while good people get left behind. In this video, I break down the brutal logic behind why toxic personalities often rise to the top, what history and psychology reveal about their strategies, and how you can succeed without becoming one of them.
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Written & Directed by Mark Manson
Produced by Will Weir
Creative Direction by: Devin Robbins x.com/devinrobbins
Edited by Max Verstrepen
Director of Photography Jess Choi
Thumbnail by Jonathan Sippel
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