Niki Perez: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Niki Perez: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Author: Veronica Malolos, CCIM April 12, 2024 Duration: 17:18

In this week’s episode of Women Influencers, I spoke with Niki Perez, founder and CEO of Authentic CRE. Growing up, Niki was often targeted, abused, abandoned, and bullied. This chaos framed her reality and robbed her sense of identity. After having her son, she found a new purpose and surrounded herself with female mentors who taught her that being herself was her super power all along.

In 2004, Niki started as a Receptionist at a private CRE firm and ended up falling in love with the industry despite having also gone back to school to study English Literature. Her career has built to the point that she now owns and operates her own company. She credits her willingness to step into the unknown to an idea one of her mentors shared with her, “the cure to fear is identity.”

We talked about balancing our creative and analytical sides, her advice for anyone listening, and what my hopes are for women in business over the next 20 years. 

“What we do defines us.” - Niki Perez

Connect with Veronica:

https://www.capstackcommercial.com/veronica-malolos-ccim

https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-malolos-ccim-401649218/

Connect with Niki:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/authenticcresolutionsnp/


Hosted by Veronica Malolos, CCIM-Founder and CEO of Capital Stack Real Estate Group-the Women Influencers podcast moves beyond surface-level success stories to explore the nuanced realities of leadership, ambition, and personal philosophy. Each conversation delves into the practical strategies and formative experiences of women who have shaped their fields, with a particular lens on business and commercial real estate. These are not just interviews; they are deep dives into the decisions, setbacks, and pivotal moments that define a career. Veronica’s background as an operator in the Greater Orlando market informs a grounded, insightful dialogue that resonates whether you’re building a company, navigating a corporate ladder, or redefining your own path. The discussions naturally span categories from concrete business tactics to broader cultural and societal themes, reflecting the multifaceted lives these influencers lead. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone seeking authentic perspective, emphasizing that influence is cultivated through resilience and insight as much as through achievement. Listen for candid reflections on balancing ambition with life’s other demands, the philosophical underpinnings of a leadership style, and the often-unspoken challenges of carving out space in competitive industries. It’s a series dedicated to amplifying voices that not only succeed but also thoughtfully pave the way for others.
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