Get ready to boldly go where no manager has gone before in an episode stacked with leadership lessons from Captain Kirk and New Edition.

In this insightful episode, Liz and Kere dive deep into the differences between leadership and management, using iconic examples from Star Trek's Captain Kirk and the legendary R&B group New Edition.

Discover the key traits that set visionary leaders apart - from having a clear mission and empowering their team, to embracing authenticity and vulnerability. Get ready to be inspired as the hosts unpack leadership lessons from each member of New Edition, exploring how qualities like business savvy, second chances, and putting the team first can take your career to new heights.

Whether you consider yourself more of a manager or a leader, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help you boldly go further in your professional journey. Tune in now and get ready to take your leadership journey to new heights!

Tune In to Part Two of the Pilot Episode of the Just Us Podcast!

Join Liz Nolley and Kere Thomas as they continue to keep it real in Just Us—the podcast where Black women unpack the realities of life, leadership, and leveling up in corporate spaces.

In this highly anticipated second half of the premiere episode, Liz and Kere dive into a Reddit letter titled "Black Girl Navigating Corporate America." Together, they share insightful advice on how to foster authentic relationships at work and strategize ways to "layoff-proof" your career.

But that’s not all—this episode also features the debut of their signature Boss It or Toss It segment, where they salute some of their favorite Black TV sitcom career moms and break down what makes them boss-worthy (or toss-worthy as the case may be!).

Come for the coaching, stay for the laughs. Either way, don’t miss the second installment of this game-changing conversation. It’s real talk, real advice, and a whole lot of fun!

You’re invited! Join Liz Nolley and Kere Thomas for the official launch of the Just Us Podcast — the space where Black women keep it real about life, leadership, and leveling up in corporate spaces.

In part one of the premiere episode, we’re breaking down two game-changing conversations:

1. How to build your personal board of directors — the people who help you grow, grind and be great.
2. The Wu-Tang Way — our top 10 teamwork lessons from the legends themselves.

Come vibe, learn, and laugh with us as we kick off this new platform in the first half of our pilot episode.

Just Us is the unapologetic, unfiltered podcast for Black women navigating the complexities of corporate America.

Hosted by purpose-driven strategist Liz Nolley and seasoned corporate leader Kere Thomas Just Us creates a space where career, culture, and community meet.

Each episode features dynamic segments designed to empower, educate, and entertain:

Teachable Moments – Bite-sized workshops focused on the “soft skills” that make a hard impact in the workplace.

Top 10s – Our pop culture hot takes, always served with a corporate twist and a career lesson.

Elevator Pitch – Step into the spotlight and pitch yourself! Whether it’s for a job, business, or personal brand, get live coaching on-air from Liz and Kere.

Read Out – Real-world scenarios from our listeners, Reddit, and beyond. We break them down and serve up honest, actionable advice.

Toss It or Boss It – Our fun freestyle segment where we give our verdict on trends, tools, and topics. Boss move or total flop? We’ll tell you.

Whether you're climbing the ladder, breaking the mold, or just trying to survive the Monday meeting, Just Us is your go-to guide for thriving in corporate spaces—on your terms.

Submit your letter, send us your elevator pitch and join our growing community of subscribers at https://lizthepurposecoach.com/podcast