Ep. 119: Timothy Klund (aka TK) From Air Force to Celebrity Softball - Lessons on Leadership, Loyalty, and Living Life Fully

Timothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader. He discusses the importance of relationships, the value of time, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection. TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of...
Timothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader.
He discusses the importance of relationships, the value of time, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures.
The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection.
TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of hard work provide listeners with a roadmap for achieving their own success and fulfillment.
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Quick Episode Summary:
Air Force, leadership, resilience, relationships, faith, family, giving back, gratitude.
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SEO Description:
Air Force vet TK shares leadership, resilience, and the power of connection, plus stories from the Celebrity Softball Classic and lessons from life and business.
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🌟 Torch Takeaways and 🎙️ Highlights:
- TK’s take on life after multiple near-death experiences
- The evolution and impact of the Celebrity Softball Classic
- Lessons in leadership and loyalty from hometown roots
- Why “success is by design” and passion beats chasing money
- Power of gratitude, faith, and daily routines for a fulfilled life
- Special stories about celebrity friendships, helping others, and learning from failure
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Chapters:
00:00 Relax, Have Fun, Move Forward
06:27 Celebrity Charity Football Collaboration
15:14 Childhood, Loyalty, and Life Lessons
16:05 Small-Town School Memories
24:31 Time, Purpose, and Responsibility
28:38 Taking the Leap
33:37 Redefining Leadership and Success
40:19 Success is by Design
45:32 Life-Changing Decision and Reflection
51:43 Freedom and Quality of Life
54:30 The Power of Positive Affirmations
01:01:33 Networking, Passion, and Connections
01:02:37 Success, Trust, and Boundaries
01:09:49 Privacy, Positivity, and Avoiding Fame
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Looking for someone to host your event, emcee, or conduct a live podcast, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Additionally, I will be offering a podcast class. If interested, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
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Episode Sponsor:
Are you retiring or separating from the military soon? Looking for an alternative to Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)? Reach out to Dan Guzman Life Solutions, Dan is a 27-year United States Air Force veteran and retired Command Chief.
If you want coverage that makes sense, reach out today at https://www.danguzmanlifesolutions.com/
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Timothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader.
He discusses the importance of relationships, the value of time, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures.
The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection.
TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of hard work provide listeners with a roadmap for achieving their own success and fulfillment.
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Quick Episode Summary:
Air Force, leadership, resilience, relationships, faith, family, giving back, gratitude.
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SEO Description:
Air Force vet TK shares leadership, resilience, and the power of connection, plus stories from the Celebrity Softball Classic and lessons from life and business.
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🌟 Torch Takeaways and 🎙️ Highlights:
- TK’s take on life after multiple near-death experiences
- The evolution and impact of the Celebrity Softball Classic
- Lessons in leadership and loyalty from hometown roots
- Why “success is by design” and passion beats chasing money
- Power of gratitude, faith, and daily routines for a fulfilled life
- Special stories about celebrity friendships, helping others, and learning from failure
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🔥 TK's Resources
➡︎ Celebrity Softball Classic: https://celebritysoftballclassic.org/
➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klund09/
➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-klund-tk-6150152/
➡︎ TK’s Book Stop Whining Start Winning: https://amzn.to/4qAYpAR
➡︎ Verve Systems LLC: https://verveperformancelabs.com/team-2/
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Episode Mentions:
Scott Huesing
The D.O.C.
Roger Clemens
Matthew McConaughey
Toby Keith
Clint Bruce
Marcus Luttrell
Ray Care
Brad Lea
Joe DePinto
Kevin Mench
Lemuel Stinson
Jim McMahon
Julius Jones
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Quotes to open episode:
“Success is by design”
“Also, Stay on your G’s: God, Goals, Grace, Greatness, and Gratitude.”
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Chapters:
00:00 Relax, Have Fun, Move Forward
06:27 Celebrity Charity Football Collaboration
15:14 Childhood, Loyalty, and Life Lessons
16:05 Small-Town School Memories
24:31 Time, Purpose, and Responsibility
28:38 Taking the Leap
33:37 Redefining Leadership and Success
40:19 Success is by Design
45:32 Life-Changing Decision and Reflection
51:43 Freedom and Quality of Life
54:30 The Power of Positive Affirmations
01:01:33 Networking, Passion, and Connections
01:02:37 Success, Trust, and Boundaries
01:09:49 Privacy, Positivity, and Avoiding Fame
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Looking for someone to host your event, emcee, or conduct a live podcast, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Additionally, I will be offering a podcast class. If interested, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Are you retiring or separating from the military soon? Looking for an alternative to Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)? Reach out to Dan Guzman Life Solutions, Dan is a 27-year United States Air Force veteran and retired Command Chief.
If you want coverage that makes sense, reach out today at https://www.danguzmanlifesolutions.com/


















