Attorney Liz Nielsen has guided hundreds of families through the estate planning process, serving as their trusted advisor to bring peace of mind to their lives. She is the founder of Nielsen Law, a small estate planning law firm in Austin, Texas.  Liz is Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She practices exclusively in the areas of estate planning, special needs planning, and estate administration. Liz is also President of the Travis County Women Lawyers Association. Giving back to the Austin community is very important to Liz. TC ..read more

Join us in this episode us as we journey through the wisdom of nature with our guest, naturalist Melissa Keyser. From her unconventional upbringing in California to her diverse career path intertwining nature, creativity, and business, Melissa shares insights on embracing individuality, resilience, and self-acceptance through the lens of the natural world. She joins host, Erica D'Eramo to explore the parallels between nature's cycles and life's challenges, discovering inspiration and guidance in the beauty of the world around us. You can follow Melissa on Instagram and check out her offerings ..read more

In this engaging episode, host Erica D'Eramo sits down with Erin Smith, Ed.M., a Sports Psychologist and Executive Coach, to explore the art of reframing challenges to find the opportunities that exist within setbacks. With over 15 years of experience, Erin specializes in accelerating the careers of high-performing female executives navigating male-dominated industries. During the conversation, Erin shares valuable insights gained from her diverse professional background, including her tenure at Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest hedge fund. Drawing from her expertise in sports psycho ..read more

Get ready for an insightful episode of the Two Piers Podcast as host Erica D'Eramo sits down with LaToia Burkley, a certified professional coach, diversity coach, and business consultant, to explore the relationships between resilience, endurance and confidence through an intersectional lens. LaToia specializes in empowering women professionals to excel in their careers while maintaining their authenticity and sense of self. In this episode, LaToia shares invaluable insights into resilience, self-advocacy, and building inclusive workspaces. Drawing from her experience in Human Resources and B ..read more

Welcome back to the Two Piers Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of history with our guest, Maya Rook, a cultural historian and the driving force behind Illusory Time—a project making history enjoyable, accessible, and relevant. Join us as Maya unravels the fascinating narrative behind Women's History Month, exploring its evolution and the captivating stories it aims to bring to light. As an adjunct instructor at Southern New Hampshire University and the creative mind behind Firefly Studio in Bath, Maine, Maya adds a unique perspective to the academic and metaphysical ..read more

This week, we're tackling the fascinating topic of Culture Change. Meet our guest, Kirsty Bashforth, a trailblazer in organizational change and culture shift, currently serving as the Chief People and Culture Officer at Delinian Ltd, a cutting-edge information services company. Kirsty's transformative journey began on the oil trading floor at BP, where she spent 24 years and played a pivotal role in leading the culture reset post the Deepwater Horizon incident. Beyond her role at Delinian, Kirsty holds influential positions on two FTSE 350 boards and chairs the Northern Superchargers cricket ..read more

We're joined this episode by Lisa Carlin, a seasoned strategy execution mentor and co-founder of FutureBuilders Group. We delve into the dynamics of transformation, exploring how to support individuals in achieving impactful change at scale as Lisa describes the metaphorical jigsaw puzzle of multidisciplinary skills essential for driving successful transformations. This episode illustrates the significance of cultural mastery in finding one's voice, especially for underrepresented groups, and includes actionable strategies for effectively navigating and comprehending diverse cultures to fost ..read more

In this insightful and heartfelt episode, join host Erica D'Eramo and guest Thea Charles as they explore the generative relationship between coaching and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The conversation navigates the realms of universal design, DEI myths, and organizational challenges while shedding light on how coaching becomes a powerful catalyst for personal and professional growth. Tune in for a nuanced discussion of the journey toward inclusivity and the transformative impact it can have on individuals and organizations. Don't miss this enlightening conversation at Two Piers Con ..read more

Today marks the winter solstice. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, we'll experience the shortest day and the longest night of the year. For the next six months, the daylight will continue to increase.  Join us for our last episode of Season Four, where we reflect on the elements of lightness and darkness, and we look back at the growth of 2023 and the promise of 2024.  ..read more

It's Thanksgiving! All across the US, folks are debating side dishes and planning their Black Friday strategies. In this episode, we reflect on some of the challenges that this season can bring and share some thoughts on how to navigate them. We also share some resources to help explore the true history of Thanksgiving and the National Day of Mourning. The originally planned speech by Wamsutta James of the Wampanoag Historian Maya Rook's site - you can email her at maya@illusorytime.com to access the replay Two Piers November Book List ..read more