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Great Practice. Great Life. by Atticus™ Helping attorneys grow thriving practices, increase revenue, lower stress, and achieve a work/life balance.
Steve Riley
What if you could hang out with successful small and solo law firm attorneys, ask them about their successes and failures, their business strategies and mindset habits; then take an insight or two to guide your own growth in your practice? That’s what we do each week on Great Practice. Great Life. Hosted by Steve Riley –– former trial attorney and lawyer coach for more than 20 years –– every episode is an in-depth look at how to work less while maintaining high client service standards, redu ...
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Host, Sam Slaughter, chats with some of the leading voices in contemporary literature.
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Poetries narrated in the soulful voice and amazing delivery style of Aaditya Kashyap.
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We talk about one of Atticus’s lessons Cover art photo provided by Matheus Queiroz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@queirozmm
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2 people 2 backgrounds on a common ground.
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This podcast is about FDR and his perspective on the Holocaust. This time period was shortly after December 7, 1941(The bombing of pearl harbor).
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Crookshanks and Atticus Present is made by the book clubs from Year 5 to Year 12 at Genazzano FCJ College. The podcast is dedicated to discussing books and reading, and will also features interviews with authors, quizzes and other fun bookish things.
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096: Getting Unstuck: Breaking the Cycle of Anxiety and Procrastination to Make Better Decisions with Steve Riley
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What if you could break free from cognitive overload and make razor-sharp decisions in no time? On this special 100th episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve guides you through the revolutionary Fast Focus Process, a six-step method that promises to unclog your mental traffic jams. Through relatable personal anecdotes and actionable examples, …
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095: Building a Dream: A Trial Lawyer’s Success with Social Media and Referral Marketing with Eric Rosen
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Unlock the secrets to building a successful solo law practice with insights from the remarkable Eric Rosen, a double board-certified trial lawyer. Discover the essential habits and strategic planning methods Eric employed to transition from a large firm to a thriving solo practice. Learn how to maintain strong family relationships, avoid burnout, a…
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How can adopting an “owner mindset” transform your law firm into a sustainable and saleable business? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve sits down for an insightful conversation with Ed Alexander, an accomplished attorney and inventor, as he shares his dual expertise in running a successful legal practice and brokering law firms. …
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Can your wardrobe choices affect your professional success? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we uncover how personal style can increase your confidence and drive your career forward. We begin by exploring how fashion icons like Coco Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent have demonstrated the lasting impression impeccable style can make. Steve…
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092: You're Late Again! Tips on Navigating Workplace Expectation, Communication, and Other Fun Challenges with Lori Pulvermacher
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Effective communication is the backbone of any successful legal practice. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we tackle some of the most pressing issues that can impact team dynamics and performance. Steve brings in expert practice advisor Lori Pulvermacher to share her insights on managing difficult conversations, reducing conflict, and…
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091: Using AI in Your Law Firm: Give Curiosity the Credit It Deserves and Become More Innovative with Carla Johnson
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Can curiosity and creativity be your strongest allies in the age of AI? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve sits down with innovation expert Carla Johnson to uncover how embracing change can transform your legal practice our life. Carla shares her insights on nurturing an agile mindset and how viewing AI as a collaborative tool rat…
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090: Musician to Plaintiff’s Attorney to Practice Advisor: A Journey to Find Professional and Personal Happiness with Nora Riva Bergman
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Have you ever wondered how a personal tragedy can reshape your entire career? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, special guest Nora Riva Bergman takes us through her extraordinary journey from a musician to a plaintiff's attorney and finally to a practice advisor at Atticus Incorporated. Nora opens up about a pivotal personal tragedy th…
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Transform your law firm's client experience and watch your success soar! On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we unpack the secrets to creating a client-centric law firm with expert insights from Steve’s good friend and top practice advisor, Daniel Struna. You'll discover the importance of trust and cultural alignment within your team and…
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Empowering and growing your team is a cornerstone of building a successful law practice, yet many attorneys overlook it. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we explore how to transition from delegating tasks to enabling your team members to make strategic decisions and think critically. Steve welcomes Patti Paz, a seasoned paralegal and …
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087: How Personalized Coaching for Attorney Matthew Kaufman Worked in 12 Months Featuring Matt and His Coach, Daniel Struna
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What if the keys to transforming your legal practice were right at your fingertips but hidden behind mental barriers and poor management skills? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Steve as he sits down with Matthew Kaufman, an employment lawyer from Thousand Oaks, California, who shares his journey with Atticus Coaching. Matthew re…
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Sean Lyons, one of Texas's top trial attorneys, joins Steve to share his remarkable path into law, shaped by his father’s legacy as a civil rights activist. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Sean opens up about his crusade against bullies and large corporations, highlighting the emotional and financial balancing act of running a legal …
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When Jonathan White, a Massachusetts-based estate planning attorney and former college hockey player, felt the pressure of his expanding practice and the pandemic’s toll on his well-being, he returned to a familiar ally: exercise. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve and Jonathan’s conversation dives into Jonathan’s path from grappl…
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084: Intentional Growth in Plaintiff’s Law: The Great Practice, Great Life Journey of Robert Hoover
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What does changing from an unfocused college student into a successful trial lawyer specializing in traumatic brain injury cases take? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve explores Robert Hoover’s remarkable story, shaped by family influences and early experiences with prominent trial lawyers. Bob shares the pivotal moments that mad…
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Can lawyers turn their storytelling skills into a marketing powerhouse without feeling sales-y? In today's episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we reveal the secrets of content marketing tailored for small and solo law firms with Robert Rose, a global authority on content marketing. Join us as Robert and Steve Riley share how legal professionals …
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082: Should You Strive for Bonus Years in Your Great Life? with Mark Powers, Vinnie Bonazzoli, Shelley Goff and Addison Goff
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What if you could add years to your life while feeling better than ever? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve and Mark Powers take you on a journey through the “bonus years.” Hear firsthand from guests Shelley Goff, Addison Goff, and Vinnie Bonazzoli as they share their stories of overcoming health challenges, shifting from pessimis…
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Have you ever felt the ground shake beneath your feet as you stood at the edge of growth within your law practice? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve joins forces with Aaron Rothert to unpack how to scale a law firm. This journey is more than just piling on case after case. It's also about fostering a strong management infrastruct…
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080: Empathetic Leadership: Great Life, Great Practice Lessons from the Honorable Carlos Martinez
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Imagine spearheading a legal team facing daunting challenges with the scales of justice and human empathy in your hands. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, the Honorable Carlos Martinez, Chief Public Defender of Miami-Dade County, joins Steve to share his day-to-day. His path from Cuban immigrant to an influential figure in the Florida …
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On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Jake Thompson reveals the skills required to navigate the leap from individual contributor to a leader who inspires. Steve and Jake’s discussion starts with this shift's realities, much like Michael Jordan's venture into baseball. They address the downsides of promoting top performers without proper le…
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078: Build a Better Law Firm Team: Save Time & Money with Steve’s Lessons: A Podcast Takeover with Daniel Struna
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Scaling a law firm is no small feat, and it's during the leap from a handful of employees to a full-fledged team where the true test lies. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, guest host Daniel Struna exposes what it takes to build a standout law practice team as he interviews Steve. We discuss transitioning from hiring out of necessity t…
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Have you ever wondered where life's road is leading you, especially when it seems like you're always in the fast lane to professional success but somehow missing the exits to personal happiness? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, guest Aaron Rothert takes over hosting duties to interview Steve as we explore the influence of “My Great De…
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076: David vs. Goliath: Balancing Scales Between Legal Success and Personal Challenges with David A. Axelrod
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Like the underdog in a courtroom drama, David A. Axelrod, an Illinois trial lawyer, shows us that the true measure of victory goes beyond the legal battlefield. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Steve’s conversation with David, where David unfolds his personal and professional saga, illustrating how a grounded approach to law, cou…
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075: Succeeding in Personal Injury Law and Living a Great Life with Chip Evans & Glenn Gutek
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On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, guest host Glenn Gutek sits down with Chip Evans, a personal injury attorney who found the secret to thriving in his professional and personal lives. With years of experience under his belt, Chip opens up about the strategies that led to the growth of his law practice and how he's managed to cultivate …
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The maze of family law practice is complex, but Caroline Black Sikorske guides us through it. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, step inside the world of a top-tier family law attorney, where razor-sharp expertise and empathetic client relations are the keys to success. Caroline's shift from prosecutor to managing partner shows her comm…
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Imagine stepping out of your office on a Friday and not looking back until Monday, all while your law practice thrives more than ever. That's not just a daydream but a reality Mark Powers and Steve are excited to share. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Mark, the founder of Atticus, joins Steve in unwrapping a counterintuitive approach…
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Have you ever considered what it takes to construct a law firm that can thrive without you? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Denise Cullen of the Atticus team joins Steve to flip the script and extract his thoughts on creating a legal practice designed for a future sale. We dive into the nuances of why a firm's independence attracts p…
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Have you ever been caught in the attorney's paradox, where success in the courtroom equals a life sentence of burnout? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Victor Medina and Mark Metzger join Steve to dissect the relentless grind that traps so many in the legal profession and the power of a shift in perspective. They lay bare the tenets o…
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070: The Secret to Growing a Peak Performance Law Firm: A Podcast Takeover with Valerie Peterson
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Have you ever wondered if the secret to professional triumph in law could lie in your next vacation? That's Steve's conversation with Atticus CEO and the guest host of this episode, Valerie Peterson, as they turn the tables on Great Practice, Great Life. Steve and Valerie dive into the paradox at the heart of the legal profession: the belief that s…
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Have you set your sights on a future where your law firm thrives beyond your tenure? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Mark Powers, the founder and president of Atticus, Inc., joins Steve for a conversation on succession planning for lawyers. We dissect the traditional succession model, and Mark shares how to transform a practice into …
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068: 8 Critical Factors for Choosing Your Practice Management Software with Daniel Miller - Part 2
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On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve continues his discussion with attorney Daniel Miller, exploring the nitty-gritty of practice management software for law firms. We're tackling how software can transform your legal practice by tracking every file's journey from inception to completion, providing insights into staff performance, a…
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Step into the legal tech revolution with Daniel Miller, a brilliant third-generation lawyer with a knack for trailblazing through traditional practice. On today's episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Daniel and Steve dissect the seismic shift in managing a law firm by harnessing the power of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. While m…
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On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, crack the code to a richer personal and professional life as Steve teams up with Valerie Peterson, CEO of Atticus, to explore the impact of the “GREAT” habit. Developed over two decades and shared in workshops, this simple yet profound practice can enhance presence, improve relationships, and spur grow…
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065: How to Quickly and Cost Effectively Get More Business for Your Practice with Denise Cullen
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Have you ever wondered why some law firms thrive on the word-of-mouth wave while others barely make a splash? Marketing expert Denise Cullen and Steve unravel creating a potent client experience that doesn't end with a resolved case but flows into generating a pipeline of referrals. With the precision of a seasoned lawyer, they dissect strategies t…
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When chaos hits, most of us scramble, but not Michele Fuller. She paints a picture of resilience and focus as she recounts her journey toward her career's most impressive quarter despite staff turnover and a deluge of tasks. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve’s conversation with Michele, a seasoned attorney and entrepreneur, is a …
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Elevate your legal practice to unparalleled success with sales skills, as Victor Medina helps you craft a memorable client experience. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, discover how to script interactions tactically to lead clients right to your door, ready to engage your services. This episode isn't just about growing a law firm; it's…
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There was a moment, eight years into his marriage, when Daniel Struna, attorney and practice advisor, realized the true blend of personal fulfillment and professional success. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve is privileged to get Daniel Struna’s insights from his global mission work to entrepreneurial endeavors in Colombia. Dani…
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Unlock the six secrets that transformed Craig Goldenfarb's legal practice into an eight-figure plaintiff powerhouse, with firm culture at the forefront of it all. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Steve as Craig from Goldlaw reveals the unparalleled value of investing in people over aggressive marketing and how a positive work env…
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Unlock the secrets to overcoming the silent career killer of procrastination with practice advisor Patrick Wilson. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we dissect the monumental shift from law school's theoretical world to the demanding realities of legal practice management. Steve and Patrick’s conversation provides an economic lens to p…
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Can you excel in your legal career while leading a rich personal life? That's the puzzle Aaron Rothert and Steve are piecing together for attorneys seeking that elusive balance. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Aaron and Steve as they navigate beyond the courtroom dramas and into managing teams, overseeing finances, and growing a…
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058: Stand Like Von Rock: The Great Practice and Great Life Journey with Deidre Von Rock: Part 2
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In the second part of a two-part series, Steve continues his conversation with Deidre Von Rock, a lawyer whose resilience, tenacity, and drive have seen her through personal struggles and professional triumphs. On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve delves deeper into Deidre's journey, from battling cancer and divorce to building a su…
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057: Stand Like Von Rock: The Great Practice and Great Life Journey with Deidre Von Rock: Part 1
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Life can be a roller coaster. Just ask Steve’s guest, Deidre Von Rock, an attorney who dared to leave a 16-year partnership at a conventional law firm to strike out on her own. Steve delves into Deidre's audacious transformation in part one of this two-part episode of Great Practice, Great Life. A product of a humble small town, Deidre takes us on …
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Have you ever wondered how it feels to wear a judge's robes and make decisions that impact lives? Or pondered the challenges faced by an appellate judge in aligning their decisions with the body of law without causing unintended consequences? On today’s episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Steve as he sits down for a riveting conversation wi…
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Have you ever considered what it takes to be a leader in a highly demanding field like law? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join Steve as he sits down with Glenn Gutek, a seasoned practice advisor with a rich background in psychology, philosophy, and comedy, no less! We explore his unique journey from pastor to leadership guru while …
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You're about to get a front-row seat to a conversation that could drastically improve your practice's bottom line. Join Steve as he chats with Jeannette Byrd from Byrd & Associates, leveraging her experience as a CPA and unique insights from family ties to the legal profession. Together, we explore the nooks and crannies of efficient cash flow mana…
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053: Breaking Into Growth: How We Grew Our Law Firm 400% Over 6 Years and Learned to Take 6 Weeks Off Annually with Jennifer & Fred Felten
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Picture this: you're stuck in a stable job, yearning for a taste of the entrepreneurial life. Would you dare to leap? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, meet Jennifer and Fred Felten, a dynamic duo who did just that. Leaving their comfortable careers behind, they plunged into the risky world of real estate law. Harnessing their backgrou…
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052: Could AI Replace the Role of Humans in the Judiciary System with Chief Judge Mark W. Klingensmith
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Imagine a courtroom where artificial intelligence (AI) replaces human judges and handles the process of dispute resolution. Is it a far-fetched fantasy or a viable inevitability? Join Steve as he invites Florida's Chief Judge Mark Klingensmith to discuss this topic. His insights on how AI is set to change the legal industry, from the tasks of paral…
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Picture this - you're a lawyer, seasoned in your craft, and you stumble upon a platform that not only showcases your expertise but also builds trust and relationships with potential clients. Tempting, isn't it? Well, that platform could be a podcast! On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, join us as Steve chats with Danny Ozment from Emeral…
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Step into today's episode of Great Practice, Great Life with a conversation with Lori Pulvermacher, a Certified Practice Advisor, as she unravels her journey from growing up in a blue-collar family to becoming a beacon in the professional world. Lori's life story is a testament to a strong work ethic and the delicate balance between career and pers…
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Have you ever thought about escaping the chains of your demanding job but worried about the implications? In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Ed Kainen, an exceptional family law attorney, shares his transformation from being imprisoned by his practice to enjoying an astonishing 175 days off a year. Join the conversation as we unpack his…
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048: Overcoming the Challenges of Making Your First Hire with Victor Medina and Jonathan White
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In this episode, Steve hands the reins over to Victor Medina who sits down with Jonathan White. Creating a thriving law practice can be a daunting task, especially when faced with the challenge of making that first hire. Jonathan White knows this all too well. We journey through the struggles, triumphs, and lessons Jonathan experienced while buildi…
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