# The Mid-Year Goal Check Every Busy Lawyer Needs | Ep 191

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Podcast: [Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus](https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-practice-great-life-by-atticus-5602428)
Published: 2026-07-06T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The goals you set at the beginning of the year didn't disappear. They just got buried beneath client demands, constant interruptions, unexpected challenges, and the daily realities of running a law firm. In this episode, Steve Riley offers a practical mid-year reset for attorneys who feel like they've lost momentum. Using memorable stories, simple frameworks, and actionable coaching, Steve explains why achieving your biggest goals isn't about working harder. It's about protecting your time, focusing your energy, and making room for what matters most. Whether you're ahead of schedule or wondering where the last six months went, this episode will help you clear the mental clutter, refocus your priorities, and build a plan that puts your goals back in sight. ___________ In this episode, you will hear: Why most attorneys have a goal-protecting problem, not a goal-setting problem The four hidden forces quietly pulling you away from your biggest goals How "100 busy Tuesdays" can derail an entire year without you noticing A simple framework for deciding whether to keep, adjust, or release your goals Practical strategies to protect your time, focus, and momentum for the rest of the year ___________ Subscribe & Review Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or YouTube . ⭐Like what you hear? A quick review helps more people find the show.⭐ If there's a topic you would like us to cover on an upcoming episode, please email us at steve.riley@atticusadvantage.com . ___________ Supporting Resources: Steve Riley, Attorney, Shareholder, & Practice Advisor https://atticusadvantage.com/team/steve-riley Law Firm Coaching https://atticusadvantage.com/coaching My Great Life Focus https://mygreatlifefocus.com Worksheet: Mid-Year Rearview Mirror Check worksheet https://…

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