How to Deal with Yes Men and The Problems Yes Men Cause

The First Part of Dealing with Yes Men and the Problems They Can Cause is Identifying Them

First of all a succinct definition of “Yes Men”: Yes Men are men and women who say “yes” to everything you do, agree with everything you say and are always delighted to be of service, meet you or talk to you. Yes Men put you first or, at least, give you the impression that they do. This is fine on the surface but Yes Men will never give you an objective answer and will support you in anything you do (either that or understand the motivations you had in doing anything). By anything, we don’t just mean acts which could be classified as good, charitable or necessary for the well-being of more people than the acts will harm others. Yes Men will agree with and encourage you to commit bad acts, including neglecting your family and neighbours, ruining other people’s lives and not excluding damn right evil act.

Spot the Yes Men Surrounding Celebrities and Pop Stars

Many pop stars and celebrities surround themselves with Yes Men. This is not a coincidence because the reality of Yes Men is they are self serving and into immediate self gratification.

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The Problems Caused by Yes Men

The problems Yes men cause are quite obvious – if you’re not surrounded by Yes Men and, if you are, can be honest about their existence. Yes Men will abandon ship as soon as the going gets tough and attach themselves to others who will serve them better in the short term. However, once they have jumped ship it is usually too late for the person the Yes Men have abandoned.

Identify and Deal with Yes Men

So, the first part of dealing with Yes Men is being able to identify who they are. If you’re a successful business person, a celebrity or pop star, chances are you are already surrounded by them. If the Yes men haven’t caused the sickness they cause and turned you into an arrogant, selfish and foolish individual who cares nothing for others – you should be able to spot them. The Yes Men are the ones who are doing very well for themselves on the back of you, your influence or money. You can easily spot them. First think up a ridiculous project, second tell them that you are going ahead with it and third ask them if you should. Their answer will be a resounding yes!

The Importance of Dealing with Yes Men

Yes Men are like a cancer which has blighted society (all societies) throughout History. They skew people’s opinions of themselves and allow them to make ridiculous decisions. The world would be a better place if only the Yes Men syndrome was acknowledged and dealt with. Don’t you become the next victim of the Yes Man.

Signs You are Surrounded by Yes Men and Their Characteristics

Look around you, are your old friends anywhere to be seen? If they are not then the chances are you are already infected by Yes Men. Yes Men always get rid of old friends and will attempt to isolate you from your family.

The characteristics of Yes Men – apart from saying “yes” continually are flattery and of course, they never say “no” to you.

Other Terms for Yes Men

Brown nosers, butt lickers and sycophants are just some other terms for Yes Men.