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In a study done focused on the effects of Machiavellianism on the subordinates of the workplace, it was found that employees that had low organizational-based self-esteem (OBSE) were more likely to perceive acts of authoritarianism as abusive. Employees with high organizational-based self-esteem (OBSE) were less likely to perceive these acts as abusive and seemed more tolerant of this behavior. In turn, these perceptions could result in negative workplace situations and create a toxic environment. Another study suggests that a feedback loop of these Machiavellianism behaviors could begin in the workplace. Once a person is continuously exposed to these behaviors and endure perceived bullying, there is a significant chance they will adopt these patterns as a means of survival in the workplace.