{"podcast":{"title":"Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus","slug":"great-practice-great-life-by-atticus-5602428","podcast_index_feed_id":5602428,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/425417/rss","website_url":"https://atticusadvantage.com/podcast/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/7/4/6/6/7466381cfa7a69f3d959afa2a1bf1c87/great_practice_great_life_by_atticus_-_for_attorneys_-_cover_art.jpg","author":"Steve Riley","episode_count":194,"summary":"If you're a solo or small law firm owner who feels overworked, time-starved, or stuck at your current level, this podcast is for you. On Great Practice. Great Life.® you will hear from successful firm owners who have increased income, reduced stress, and built profitable, sustainable practices. Hosted by Steve Riley, a former trial attorney and law firm coach for more than 20 years, the show dives into real conversations about law firm growth, leadership, and profitability. You will learn how to grow a firm that runs smoothly, from marketing and hiring to operations and culture, so you are not the bottleneck in your own business. Each episode delivers practical, lawyer-specific strategies you can use right away to improve your law practice management, boost firm performance, and create more time for the life you actually want. Follow the show and start building your own great practice and great life. 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In this episode, you will hear: Leading with vulnerability and authenticity while maintaining authority as an attorney Balancing a full family law practice with a bi-vocational pastoral role Building a surgical team model to protect the lead attorney's time Compressing a thriving practice into a four-day work week Pricing at the top of the market and overcoming the fear of charging what you're worth Asking for referrals the right way — including the secondary source most lawyers miss Extending grace to clients, staff, opposing counsel, and yourself ___________ 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 episod…","meta_description":"Most lawyers feel like they have to be the superhero, but what if taking off the cape is what actually makes you a stronger leader? 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