Leave Your Mark

Scott Livingston

The Leave Your Mark Podcast is where high performance meets human stories. Each week, we go beyond résumés and highlight reels to explore how extraordinary people—high achievers who are also genuinely good humans—have been shaped by their environments, experiences, and the people around them.  More importantly, we uncover how they are leaving their mark on the world. Step inside the minds and lives of remarkable individuals from sport, business, arts, and beyond—and walk away inspired to leave your own mark. Your host, Scott Livingston, has spent over 35 years in the world of human performance. He’s trained, reconditioned, and supported some of the best athletes on the planet, working inside elite performance environments and learning firsthand what it takes to be the best in the world. Follow Scott: 📸 Instagram: @Kingopain 🐦 Twitter: @Builtbyscott 📘 Facebook: Scott G Livingston 💼 LinkedIn: Scott Livingston Check out our sponsor: www.ReconditioningHQ.com  Neuro Reconditioning helps human performance professionals master the gray area between rehab and performance—integrating rehab, neuroscience, and training so you can manage complex cases with confidence and stand out in your field. #LeaveYourMark #aHighPerformingLife #MpwrU #ReconditioningRevolution

  1. 5D AGO

    Building businesses, Teams, and Environments that empower with Brian Anderson

    Send us Fan Mail EP 469 of Leave Your Mark features a conversation with Brian Anderson, a leader who has spent his career building and guiding companies across industries many of us live and work in every day… wellness, fitness, sport, outdoor, and travel. Brian’s journey has taken him through both founder-led businesses and private equity environments, wearing many hats along the way: CEO, chairman, advisor, and coach. But beyond the titles, what stands out is his ability to bring people together, build strong cultures, and help teams move toward something meaningful. In this episode, Brian shares the evolution of his career… from early ambitions and corporate beginnings to a life in entrepreneurship and leadership. He speaks candidly about decision-making, the balance between logic and instinct, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. He also reflects on the realities of building businesses in passionate industries, where optimism can be both a strength and a blind spot. We also explore how fatherhood shaped his perspective, how risk tolerance evolves, and why he ultimately values quality of life over pure career success. At his core, Brian is a builder… of businesses, teams, and environments where people can do their best work. And just as importantly, he’s a proud father of three daughters, something that grounds everything he does. This is a thoughtful conversation on leadership, growth, and what really matters over the long haul. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    57 min

  2. MAR 24

    A Man Who Left His Mark on Many with Coach Johnny Parker

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I sit down with Coach Johnny Parker, a true pioneer in the world of strength and conditioning whose career has shaped generations of athletes and coaches alike. From his beginnings as a high school football coach in rural Mississippi to becoming the first strength coach in the Big Ten, and eventually spending two decades in the NFL with organizations like the New York Giants, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and San Francisco 49ers, Johnny’s journey reflects the evolution of an entire profession. But what stands out most is not the titles or the championships. It is the standard. Johnny shares the defining moments that shaped his philosophy, including an early coaching failure that forced him to confront the responsibility that comes with leading others. From that point forward, he committed himself to mastery, not just of training, but of people. We explore his model of leadership, built on progression from fear, to respect, to belief, and ultimately to self-driven excellence. He reflects on lessons learned from iconic figures like Bill Parcells and Bob Knight, and offers a grounded perspective on what truly separates good coaches from great ones. This conversation is a powerful reminder that coaching is not about control; it is about connection, accountability, and helping people become more than they believed possible. If you work with people in any capacity, this one will stay with you. On a personal note, this was one of the great honors of my life in human performance. Johnny influenced me when I was a young S&C coach, and he didn't even know it.  I never knew the man; I just knew the legend, and to finally speak with him was a great privilege. Johnny is in the battle of his life, and if this session or his personal impact on you has meant anything, letting him know would surely mean a lot to this incredible man.   Scotty If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    1h 18m

  3. MAR 17

    Lessons Learned in Nearly 500 Conversations a Solocast

    Send us Fan Mail Nine years ago this April 3rd, I pressed record on my first podcast episode. At the time, I had no idea it would become one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. Sometime this year, I’ll cross the milestone of 500 conversations with people from all walks of life: athletes, coaches, leaders, entrepreneurs, and thinkers. What I’ve discovered through those conversations surprised me. Most people didn’t have a perfect plan. Most didn’t know exactly where life would take them. Instead, they responded to opportunities, navigated setbacks, and allowed circumstance, faith, and persistence to shape their path. And in the end, almost everyone wants the same thing. To be remembered not for their achievements… But for how they treated the people they loved. This week’s podcast is a reflection on what nearly a decade of podcast conversations has taught me about life, growth, and becoming. I hope you enjoy the reflection. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    33 min

  4. MAR 10

    Building Belonging That Drives Performance with Andrea Carter

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Leave Your Mark, I’m joined by Andrea Carter, Canada’s go-to Belonging Expert and an Organizational Scientist helping leaders turn culture into a true competitive advantage. For nearly two decades, Andrea has worked at the intersection of neuroscience, organizational psychology, and leadership. She is the founder of Andrea Carter Consulting and creator of the Belonging First Methodology™, a data-driven framework designed to repair disconnection, reduce toxicity, rebuild trust, and create environments where both people and performance thrive. In this powerful conversation, we explore: • Why belonging is not just a feeling but measurable and buildable  • The three critical indicators of organizational success: comfort, connection, and contribution  • Why psychological safety is about intelligent risk, not softness  • The nervous system’s role in performance regulation  • The rise of “The Great Detachment” and hidden disengagement in today’s workplaces  • How leaders can create clarity, predictability, and shared accountability  • Why resilience is not a solo sport Andrea shares insights from her groundbreaking research, including large-scale industry studies, her work as an Adjunct Professor at Adler University, and the personal experiences that shaped her passion for understanding real belonging, not just fitting in. If you care about performance, culture, leadership, or building teams that truly thrive, this episode will challenge and elevate your thinking. Listen now and leave your mark. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    1h 12m

  5. MAR 3

    Finding Your Voice, Owning the Room, and Reinventing Success with Sonya Weigle

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Leave Your Mark, I sit down with Sonya Weigle, Founder of Next Stage BioAdvisors and The Catalytic Collective. Sonya has spent more than 25 years advising biotech CEOs and senior executives through high-stakes leadership moments. From early-stage CEO preparation to organizational scale, she has guided science leaders as they step into bigger roles and greater responsibility. But her story is more than corporate strategy. We talk about: Transitioning from engineering to political science, then building a consultancy while still at Carnegie MellonTurning down prestigious law school offers to follow a different pathBeing the only woman in the room and learning to speak truth to powerBalancing high-performance consulting with motherhoodHelping executive women redefine success in their next chapterSonya shares how she overcame childhood shyness to develop a powerful voice, why intuition matters in leadership, and how setting clear non-negotiables can transform both career and family life. This is a conversation about reinvention, courage, authenticity, and building a life that works on your terms. If you are navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or your own next chapter, this episode will resonate deeply. Listen now to EP 365 of Leave Your Mark. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    59 min

  6. FEB 24

    Don't Wait for Ability to Take Responsibility with Mark Halpern

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Leave Your Mark, I sit down with financial strategist and philanthropic visionary Mark Halpern. Mark is a Certified Financial Planner, Trust & Estate Practitioner, and Master Financial Advisor–Philanthropy with more than 30 years of experience helping successful families and entrepreneurs think differently about wealth. As CEO of WEALTHinsurance.com, he operates at the intersection of estate planning, tax strategy, and charitable giving—helping clients preserve capital, minimize tax, and multiply impact. But this conversation goes deeper than money. Mark was mentored by the late Dr. Paul Goldstein, a Holocaust survivor who earned his PhD at 87. From him, Mark learned a principle that shapes both his life and his work: when you get knocked down, get back up before the count of ten. Now he’s pursuing a bold “Moonshot” goal: generating $1 billion in new charitable donations annually. We talk about legacy. We talk about resilience. We talk about a new model of philanthropy—one that challenges traditional thinking about wealth and responsibility. If you’ve ever wondered what wealth is really for, this episode will make you think. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    55 min

  7. FEB 17

    Managing Low Back Pain the Right Way - a Solocast

    Send us Fan Mail Low back pain is rarely just about the back. In this solo episode, I walk through what truly matters when you’re trying to solve persistent lumbar issues — whether you’re a practitioner guiding others or someone navigating it yourself. There are three primary drivers I consistently see: 1️⃣ Manage the Client’s State If the threat bucket is overflowing, nothing else sticks. Downregulation isn’t optional — it’s foundational. 2️⃣ Build Spinal Capability and Capacity The lumbar spine cannot carry the entire load. We need equitable distribution of force across the entire spinal system, with progressive exposure to real-world demands. 3️⃣ Restore Movement Intelligence The brain won’t access what it doesn’t recognize. Using principles from motor learning — self-organization, ecological dynamics, and constraints-based learning — we must re-establish movement quality, quantity, and strategy based on the client’s actual goals. And we cannot ignore the hips and thoracic spine. They are primary accommodative zones. If they don’t move well, the lumbar spine pays the price. This episode is about clarity, not complexity.  About solving, not chasing symptoms. Listen now. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    35 min

  8. FEB 10

    Owning the Grey Area of Concussions with Jason Mihalik

    Send us Fan Mail This week on the Leave Your Mark Podcast, we sit down with Jason Mihalik, one of the most influential voices in concussion research and clinical brain health today. Jason is a full professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Director of the Matthew Gfeller Center, and CEO of the THRIVE Program. His work lives at the intersection of sport, military service, and clinical care—helping athletes, service members, veterans, and first responders recover, perform, and thrive. With more than 185 peer-reviewed publications and over $30 million in research funding, Jason has helped shape the world's understanding of concussion, recovery, resilience, and long-term neurological health. But what makes this conversation special is not just the science—it’s the humanity behind it. We talk about his journey from Montreal and hockey to athletic therapy to becoming a global leader in concussion research. We explore how concussion care has evolved, why balance matters in youth sport conversations, and why research only matters if it changes real lives. A thoughtful, grounded conversation with someone who truly walks the line between science and service. If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston.  You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/ Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success: www.ReconditioningHQ.com www.FreePainGuide.com

    1h 4m
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The Leave Your Mark Podcast is where high performance meets human stories. Each week, we go beyond résumés and highlight reels to explore how extraordinary people—high achievers who are also genuinely good humans—have been shaped by their environments, experiences, and the people around them.  More importantly, we uncover how they are leaving their mark on the world. Step inside the minds and lives of remarkable individuals from sport, business, arts, and beyond—and walk away inspired to leave your own mark. Your host, Scott Livingston, has spent over 35 years in the world of human performance. He’s trained, reconditioned, and supported some of the best athletes on the planet, working inside elite performance environments and learning firsthand what it takes to be the best in the world. Follow Scott: 📸 Instagram: @Kingopain 🐦 Twitter: @Builtbyscott 📘 Facebook: Scott G Livingston 💼 LinkedIn: Scott Livingston Check out our sponsor: www.ReconditioningHQ.com  Neuro Reconditioning helps human performance professionals master the gray area between rehab and performance—integrating rehab, neuroscience, and training so you can manage complex cases with confidence and stand out in your field. #LeaveYourMark #aHighPerformingLife #MpwrU #ReconditioningRevolution

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  • Creator
    Scott Livingston
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    470
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Leave Your Mark
  • Show Website
    Leave Your Mark

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