Meet Ciara
About
Ciara Stockeland is the mentor you’ve been seeking. An experienced entrepreneur, Ciara reveals how success is realized by being honest about your strengths, weaknesses, and personal goals.
Ciara’s contributions to our Small Business Council were invaluable and she always went above and beyond to help other entrepreneurs. Ciara approached work with us at the U.S. Chamber the same way she approached her businesses; with love, passion, and an undying optimism that blazed a pathway for success.
Tom SullivanU.S. Chamber of Commerce
Ciara has so much wisdom when it comes to running a small business. How she presents this to you is the key. Learning through her own ups and downs, she speaks with honesty and experience helping you understand what you need to make your business a success.
Ann ShawWhite Owl Creek Boutique
I can only say what any person who knows Ciara will tell you. She is courageous. She is driven - and to know her is to know what it takes to succeed.
Tyler SlettenUND Center for Innovation
Ciara is a serial entrepreneur. Her innovative ability to strategize and design successful businesses has allowed her to receive national recognition. She is a powerhouse!
Julie HiggensI Pour Life
Life in Progress
The Blog
Pain
There’s no avoiding it; pain hurts. Pain reminds us that we once experienced something we do not want to experience again.
All the books in the world
Tellingly, but not coincidentally, my interest in reading grew alongside my experience building a business. As I grew the MODE concept, I bought every business book I could get my hands on.
Comparison is the thief of joy
Once we let comparison into our lives, it can take hold forever, never relenting in its mission to steal from us the experiences that should bring us peace and calm.
"Success is not owned. It's rented. The rent is due every day."
-Rory Vaden