Meet Erika Kight

We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Erika Kight . We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Erika below.

Erika , so great to be with you and I think a lot of folks are going to benefit from hearing your story and lessons and wisdom. Imposter Syndrome is something that we know how words to describe, but it’s something that has held people back forever and so we’re really interested to hear about your story and how you overcame imposter syndrome.
Being in a male dominated industry, especially in the beginning of my career, I was often worried about this. I’d often feel like maybe I didn’t belong in the roofing industry? I decided to treat this role like others I’d been successful in the past and to not allow those limiting beliefs to overpower my determination to be successful. I often look at the facts (mainly my year to date sales numbers, and the reviews my happy homeowners have left for me) to remind myself how I didn’t get here by accident-but rather with hard work, determination, and a passion for what I do.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
I am an experienced Senior Project Manager with top-notch implementation and exceeding customer expectations. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in project planning, presentation, & execution. Within the first year in my current role, I was promoted to Senior Project Manager. I have sold and simultaneously managed over 4.7 Million dollars in roofing renovation projects, and earned the Company Culture & MVP awards. Also earning GAF President’s Club & GAF Master Elite Contractor recognition.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Education-While I am lucky to work for a company that offers a lot of training I knew it was also on myself to learn as much as I could about the industry, materials, installation, and over all process. So I spent, and still do, a lot of my time making sure I’m up to date with these very important aspects of my role. Work Ethic-I never have and never will look for a short cut, or a way to do something by cutting corners. I knew that working hard would always pay off. What you put in is what you get back.

Moral Compass-in an industry notorious for not always being full of the most honest people, or the best practices I knew I needed to break that cycle. No matter what project I’m working on making sure things are done right the first time is if the utmost importance. Being honest is something that is not hard to do, but many seem to shy away from. I’ve prided myself with the fact that whether I’m the bird or the statue I’m going to do what is right. Every. Single. Time.

What was the most impactful thing your parents did for you?
My Father has owned his own successful business for over 35 years, and even has a teen he would help me by teaching me how to deal with businesses, negotiate deals, be able to confidently and clearly explain my wants or needs, and how to not get taken advantage of. Observing the way my Father conducts his business was, and has been, the best way I’ve learned how to conduct myself.

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