Some businesses grow because they find the right market. Others grow because people remember how they were treated.
For Corey Hunt, Owner and Master Electrician of Rocky Coast Electric, the goal has never been simply to complete electrical projects. It has been to build a company that customers trust, employees are proud to join, and the community can rely on for years to come.
That philosophy shapes every decision he makes.
“Success to me is the continuing of education. Constantly improving day after day and being better than the day before,” Corey says.
It is a simple idea, but one that has guided both his career and the steady growth of Rocky Coast Electric.
What Makes Corey Hunt’s Approach to Leadership Different?
Corey believes great businesses are built long before they become successful. They are built through habits.
Showing up prepared.
Doing quality work.
Keeping promises.
Treating people with respect.
Those principles have stayed with him throughout his career, from his early days working on solar installations to leading his own company today.
“Showing up to work every day and working harder than everybody else. Creating solutions for people with problems,” he says.
For Corey, electrical work is about much more than wiring a building. Every project is an opportunity to solve a problem and give someone confidence that the work was done right.
That mindset has helped Rocky Coast Electric establish a reputation for dependable service across Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn area.
Why Continuous Learning Never Stops
Although Corey holds a Master Electrician licence in Maine, he never considers his education finished.
The electrical industry continues to evolve. Solar energy, electric vehicles, smart homes, battery storage, and energy-efficient technologies are changing how people power their homes and businesses.
Rather than seeing those changes as challenges, Corey sees opportunities to keep learning.
“I don’t stop reading,” he says.
His reading ranges from leadership and business books to personal development and the Bible. Books such as How to Win Friends and Influence People, Buy Back Your Time, and The Richest Man in Babylon have influenced the way he communicates, leads, and plans for the future.
That commitment to learning also benefits his customers. As technology changes, Corey believes professionals have a responsibility to stay ahead of the curve instead of relying only on what worked yesterday.
How Rocky Coast Electric Builds Customer Trust
Technical skill matters, but Corey believes trust is what turns a first-time customer into a long-term relationship.
That starts with communication.
It continues with honesty.
And it ends with delivering quality work.
One lesson has shaped his leadership style throughout his career.
“I learned early on that you can be nice to people and still get stuff done. You don’t have to be rude to get your point across.”
That approach influences how he works with homeowners, business owners, suppliers, and employees alike.
Respect is not separate from professionalism. To Corey, it is part of it.
His goal is to build a company known as much for its character as its craftsmanship.
Building Leaders, Not Just Completing Projects
Launching Rocky Coast Electric in 2023 gave Corey the opportunity to build the kind of company he always envisioned.
Growth is important.
But sustainable growth comes from investing in people.
Corey believes mentoring employees, sharing knowledge, and creating opportunities are some of the most rewarding parts of leadership.
He wants people who work alongside him to improve their own skills and confidence with every project.
That philosophy reflects the same approach he takes toward his own development.
“I set goals at a ridiculous time limit and hope to achieve them in double that, or sooner.”
For Corey, ambitious goals create momentum. Even when plans change, moving forward is what matters most.
“Moving forward is success even if it doesn’t look like it on the surface.”
Family, Faith, and a Long-Term Vision
Outside of work, Corey enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also stays active through basketball, swimming, exercise, and continuing to learn about solar technology and electric vehicles.
His Christian faith remains a steady influence in both his personal life and his business.
Rather than separating faith from work, Corey believes values like honesty, humility, service, and integrity should be visible in everyday actions.
His family also shapes the way he thinks about success.
Building a respected company is important, but so is building a life that creates opportunities for others.
Whether that means mentoring employees, serving customers well, supporting his church, or giving back to the local community, Corey wants Rocky Coast Electric to stand for more than electrical work alone.
Looking Ahead
Corey Hunt does not measure success by a single project or milestone.
He measures it by whether the company continues to improve.
Whether customers continue to recommend Rocky Coast Electric.
Whether employees grow into future leaders.
And whether every year brings new knowledge, stronger relationships, and better service.
“We need something to work for always. Be passionate about your life. Don’t take no for an answer.”
That philosophy continues to shape Rocky Coast Electric as it grows. It is also shaping Corey Hunt’s reputation as a business owner who believes that lasting success is earned through craftsmanship, leadership, continuous learning, and a genuine commitment to serving others.
