EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 42 MIN
The Leadership Mistake That's Killing Your Team's Loyalty
from The Impactful Leader · host Chris Callahan
Most business owners don't lose their best people because of pay — they lose them because of how they lead. In this episode of the Impactful Leader Podcast, host Chris sits down with Stephen Daly, President of Optima Engineering, one of the largest MEP consulting firms in the Carolinas — and the conversation is nothing short of a masterclass in leadership.Stephen opens up about his journey from being the fastest engineer in the room to becoming a servant leader who coaches, develops, and reproduces the next generation of leaders. He shares the raw, unfiltered lessons that shaped who he is — from being read the riot act by a boss who knew exactly how to push him, to going through a divorce in 2017 and learning what it really means to care for the whole person.If you're a business owner, manager, or aspiring leader wondering why your top talent keeps walking out the door — this episode will change how you think about culture, coaching, and what it truly means to lead.Resources & Next Steps:💡The Great Wealth Heist Assessment → https://kingdomroi.typeform.com/wealthheisttestKingdom ROI main site — all offerings and info👉 https://kingdomroi.org/Kingdom ROI University — free foundational training + mindset resources👉 https://kingdomroi.org/university/ Podcast (faith-based wealth, legacy, leadership)👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-impactful-leader/id1852272191
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Most business owners don't lose their best people because of pay — they lose them because of how they lead. In this episode of the Impactful Leader Podcast, host Chris sits down with Stephen Daly, President of Optima Engineering, one of the largest MEP consulting firms in the Carolinas — and the conversation is nothing short of a masterclass in leadership.Stephen opens up about his journey from being the fastest engineer in the room to becoming a servant leader who coaches, develops, and reproduces the next generation of leaders. He shares the raw, unfiltered lessons that shaped who he is — from being read the riot act by a boss who knew exactly how to push him, to going through a divorce in 2017 and learning what it really means to care for the whole person.If you're a business owner, manager, or aspiring leader wondering why your top talent keeps walking out the door — this episode will change how you think about culture, coaching, and what it truly means to lead.Resources & Next Steps:💡The Great Wealth Heist Assessment → https://kingdomroi.typeform.com/wealthheisttestKingdom ROI main site — all offerings and info👉 https://kingdomroi.org/Kingdom ROI University — free foundational training + mindset resources👉 https://kingdomroi.org/university/ Podcast (faith-based wealth, legacy, leadership)👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-impactful-leader/id1852272191
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