
When senior leaders clash, the damage can go far beyond ego. Subtle attempts to undermine you—especially through corporate gaslighting—can chip away at your reputation, confidence, and career. In this episode of The Manager’s Matrix, Björn Grosso unpacks how to recognize covert sabotage, build strategic support, and defend your reputation without becoming reactive. If you’ve ever felt quietly targeted or doubted by a peer, this one’s for you.