From Media to Nonprofits: Stephanie Perry’s Playbook for Building High-Impact Teams

In this episode of Hire Learning, host Oz Rashid sits down with Stephanie Perry, Head of Finance and Administration at Project Equity, to talk about the art and science of investing in talent.

Stephanie shares her approach to ensuring employees are set up for success from day one, and the critical role leaders play in creating an environment where people can thrive.

From her trailblazing career in media with Essence, Fortune, and Dictionary.com to her mission-driven work at Project Equity, Stephanie brings a wealth of insights on leadership, work-life balance, and why every hire is an investment worth making.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why it’s on leaders to ensure their teams succeed.
• How Stephanie's "invest upfront" philosophy transforms teams.
• The surprising connection between Oklahoma City and great Thai food.
• Practical tips for managing work-life balance (even during budget season!).

🎙️ Episode Breakdown:

• [00:00] Intro: Who is Stephanie Perry?
• [05:45] From New York to Oklahoma City: Finding work-life balance.
• [10:30] Why setting employees up for success starts on day one.
• [15:20] Investing in talent: Stephanie’s leadership philosophy.
• [21:00] Navigating change: From media to nonprofits.
• [26:15] The power of real-time feedback and honest conversations.
• [33:00] Work-life balance tips that actually work.
• [40:00] Why leaders need to promote vacation as a right.
• [48:10] Stephanie’s journey from hard work to transformative leadership.

📢 Don’t miss this episode—it’s packed with actionable advice and candid stories that will inspire leaders, managers, and anyone passionate about team success.

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