Based on a study of the Styrian Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD), this chapter investigates the correlation between leadership styles leaders adopt and satisfaction among volunteers. It emphasized the varying impact of distinct leadership styles—transformational, authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire—in sustaining volunteer engagement and satisfaction. Transformational leadership advocates the most effective style that enhances motivation, team spirit, and long-term commitment. Democratic leadership helped increase satisfaction by creating a sense of inclusion and collaboration. In comparison, authoritarian leadership was only beneficial when high-stress operations were performed, while laissez-faire leadership resulted in detachment and discontent. It also has broader implications for any organization that thrives on intrinsic motivation—think of volunteer organizations or work environments involving lots of stress. Finally, it offers practical applications and suggestions for future research on leadership and retention strategies.