From Police Officer to Entrepreneur and Mentor — Brian Livingston

This episode is brought to you by my forthcoming book, Start With Values.

Our guest:

Brian Livingston is the founder of My Mentoring Guru, a successful entrepreneur, and a former police officer. Over the past two decades, Brian has assisted numerous individuals in building businesses that together boast a net worth exceeding $100 million. He now dedicates his efforts to helping first responders transition into entrepreneurship, mentoring them to achieve fulfilling, financially stable lives. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Brian is also recognized for his work in the traffic ticket industry and his resilience in overcoming personal struggles, including a battle with late-stage colon cancer.

In this episode:

In this episode, Brad Hook (https://link.bradleyhook.com/brad) sits down with Brian Livingston, an inspiring entrepreneur and former police officer, to uncover his extraordinary journey from trauma and hardship to mentoring and success. The conversation delves into Brian's transition from policing to entrepreneurship, the profound impact of hitting a PTSD wall, and the trials he faced in rebuilding his life from scratch multiple times. Throughout the episode, Brian shares insightful lessons on leveraging one's skills, the importance of mentorship, and the need for a supportive community.

Brian's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of mentorship. He emphasizes the necessity of finding a business mentor who can guide you through the pitfalls of starting and growing a business. Brian candidly discusses his pivotal moments, from overcoming workplace trauma to launching successful businesses in both traffic tickets and investment software. He also highlights the significance of service-oriented leadership, collaboration, and maintaining a positive mindset despite numerous setbacks, including his fight against cancer.

Takeaways:

• Resilience and Adaptation: Brian's story illustrates the importance of bouncing back from setbacks and continually adapting to new challenges.
• Value of Mentorship: Emphasizes the critical role mentors play in guiding and accelerating entrepreneurial success.
• Community and Collaboration: Highlighting the power of a supportive community and collaborative efforts in achieving business goals.
• Service-Oriented Approach: Discusses the necessity of putting service above self-interest to achieve long-term success.
• Clear Roadmap and Goals: The importance of setting clear, actionable goals and mapping out the steps to achieve them.

• Brian Livingston on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-livingston-583114268/
• My Mentoring Guru: https://mymentoring.guru/

Listeners are encouraged to connect with Brian on LinkedIn and explore his mentoring services through My Mentoring Guru. Tune in to the full episode to gain deeper insights from Brian’s incredible journey and stay tuned for more inspiring conversations and valuable content from our series.