The BeatiDudes Don’t Be the Hero, Lead Like Christ | Kurt Klement | Episode #240
The BeatiDudes continue their conversation with Kurt Klement, a seasoned Catholic leader passionate about evangelization, parish renewal, and servant leadership. If Monday’s episode laid the groundwork for rethinking how we “do church,” this one explores how to live leadership in ministry, the workplace, and family life.
Kurt shares his unexpected journey from a self-described “easygoing floater” to a dynamic leader responsible for thousands of teens, volunteers, and parishioners. But more than just a story of rising through the ranks, Kurt opens up about the interior transformation required to lead with impact and how learning to care about others' experience of you is essential to becoming the kind of leader God calls us to be.
Through hilarious banter between Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Kurt Klement (yes, there’s a Seraphim facepalm reference), as well as profound spiritual insight and practical examples, this episode delves into what authentic leadership looks like when grounded in humility, curiosity, and intentional accompaniment.
Key Takeaways:
• Why impact matters more than intention in leadership
• The difference between positional power and influence
• How Catholic Social Teaching offers a blueprint for modern leadership
• What it means to empower others as “hero-makers” rather than heroes
• Why weekly one-on-ones might be the most transformative tool in ministry or business
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