Why Most Leaders Fail in 2026 (It's Not Strategy) | Mick Hunt

You don't have a strategy problem. You have a leadership problem.
In this episode, Stephen sits down with elite operator and leadership expert Mick Hunt to expose the hidden ceiling that keeps most entrepreneurs stuck, and the inner work required to break through it.
Your business will only grow as deep as your inner world. If you're scaling revenue but shrinking as a human, this conversation is for you.
🎯 WHO THIS IS FOR
- Entrepreneurs grinding hard but not growing
- Leaders dealing with burnout, distraction, or overwhelm
- High performers who feel empty despite external success
- Founders ready to make the shift from operator to true CEO
🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Why ego and busyness are your biggest leadership threats
- How to lead with presence instead of an open-door policy
- The delegation framework that creates real freedom
- Why emotional intelligence is the #1 leadership skill in 2026
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
05:30 – Evolving leadership standards
09:50 – The power of strategy and depth
24:48 – Presence OVER open-door policy
27:17 – Delegation and growth
38:53 – Knowing yourself makes it easy to become the leader
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Connect with Mick Hunt:
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