Moderate Machiavellianism
TL;DR
Moderate Machiavellianism means typical adult interpersonal flexibility — strategic when needed, sincere by default. Most working adults score in this band.
What it Means
Adults with moderate Machiavellianism use strategic communication selectively — when stakes are high or context demands it — without making manipulation a default mode. The pattern is adaptive in most professional settings.
Behavioural Patterns
Moderate Machiavellianism shows up as: comfort with framing arguments persuasively; strategic withholding of information when warranted; awareness of social dynamics; willingness to be diplomatic; ability to advocate for self without harm.
Recommended Next Steps
- Most adults navigate professional contexts with this balance. Nothing to change unless feedback from trusted others suggests strategic communication is being read as manipulation.