Narcissism in Business & Relationships: How to Spot It and Protect Yourself | with David Szczecinski

Narcissism doesn't just show up in toxic relationships. It shows up in boardrooms, partnerships, leadership teams, and client dynamics — and most people don't recognise it until significant damage has been done. In this episode of In The Trenches, Hanif Ibrahim sits down with David Szczecinski for a genuinely eye-opening conversation about narcissistic personality traits, how they manifest in professional environments, and what you can do to protect yourself and your organisation. This is not armchair psychology. David brings real, practical insight to a topic that too many people encounter in business and have no language or framework to navigate. What David covers: - What narcissism actually is — beyond the popular stereotype - The spectrum of narcissistic traits and how they show up in business relationships - How to identify narcissistic patterns in partners, clients, employees, and leaders - The specific manipulation tactics used by high-functioning narcissists in professional settings - Why intelligent, capable people consistently fall for these dynamics - Practical steps to protect yourself and your organisation - How to exit relationships with narcissistic individuals without escalation - The role of boundaries in preventing these dynamics from taking hold After this conversation, you will see your professional relationships differently. This episode is supported by The Finance Agency — salary-paid finance brokers helping business owners build healthier, stronger organisations. financeagency.com.au #Narcissism #BusinessRelationships #WorkplacePsychology #BusinessPodcast #InTheTrenches #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessOwner