Meet Ciara Chapman

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Ciara Chapman. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alright, so we’re so thrilled to have Ciara with us today – welcome and maybe we can jump right into it with a question about one of your qualities that we most admire. How did you develop your work ethic? Where do you think you get it from?

My work ethic was first modeled for me long before I ever stepped into entrepreneurship or real estate — it was lived out daily by my parents and later reinforced by watching my grandparents. Growing up, I watched the adults in my life work hard so that our family could live well and flourish — not just financially, but relationship wise as well. They believed in working hard and then playing hard, but never at the expense of responsibility. Sacrifice was normal., family time was precious, and often, it was the adults who went without so others could have what they needed.

Even after long, exhausting days, they showed up no matter what. They weren’t just there, they were present always. Consistency wasn’t something they talked about — it was something they lived and showed by example. I saw goals set, worked toward, and achieved over time, not overnight. I also saw the struggle behind those successes. That contrast taught me something powerful early on: the reward is meaningful because of the work that comes before it.

From that environment, I learned responsibility and accountability — not just for my actions, but for the life I wanted to build and lead. I learned the difference between wants and needs, and that cutting corners might save time in the moment but costs you integrity in the long run. Faith was woven into that lesson — trusting God while still being diligent with the work placed in front of you. As I got older, that foundation became personal. I realized that the path God had for me would require patience, obedience, and persistence. Entrepreneurship — and especially real estate — has a way of refining you in just that. It tests your consistency, your character, and your ability to keep showing up even when results aren’t immediate. That’s where my work ethic meets my faith.

Today, my work ethic shows up in a simple but firm commitment: I do what I say, and I say what I will do. I keep my promises and I work toward my goals while waiting for God to reveal each next step and trusting Him. In real estate and business, trust matters. People aren’t just handing you transactions — they’re trusting you with their lives, their homes, their families, and their future. That responsibility isn’t lost on me. My persistence, my consistency, and my refusal to give up are rooted in both the examples I was given and the faith I carry forward. My work ethic isn’t about hustle for the sake of hustle. It’s about stewardship — of my time, my talents, my skills God gives me, and the opportunities God has placed in my hands.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

When I explain what I do to someone outside of my industry, I usually keep it simple: I work for myself, I create my own hours and income, and I help families along the way. But at the heart of it, what I do goes much deeper than real estate transactions or entrepreneurship — it’s about stewardship, service, and calling.

I see myself as a faith-driven leader first and foremost. I believe deeply in going where God calls me, trusting Him fully, and doing the work placed in front of me with excellence. Professionally, I’m a combination of a real estate professional and an entrepreneur. I specialize in helping people turn houses into homes — walking with them step by step through what is often one of the biggest and most emotional decisions of their lives. I chose this path after watching my parents and grandparents build their lives through hard work, faith, and perseverance. The road hasn’t always been smooth, and entrepreneurship rarely is, but I’ve learned to trust the Lord through the rocky seasons. I prayed for clarity, direction, and peace — and over time, the path didn’t just become smoother, it became clearer. I’ve been an entrepreneur since 2015 and a real estate professional since 2021, and I truly fell in love with the work, the discipline it requires, and the rewards that come from staying the course.

On hard days, my faith is what grounds me. My husband is my constant support, and self-discipline keeps me moving forward no matter the hurdles. I remind myself often that today may be difficult, but beyond it are better days — and that perspective has carried me through more than one challenging season or day. When I work with others, they often share that they appreciate my consistency, diligence, clear communication, and the fact that I genuinely care about them and their family. My faith is woven naturally into my business — I pray over it daily, share encouragement and scripture weekly, and surround myself with clients who value trust, integrity, and belief. It’s important to me that people feel seen, heard, and supported, not pressured.

Right now, I’m focused on building strong systems and pipelines that allow me to serve people better and more efficiently. I believe that structure creates freedom — in business and in faith. I’m committed to continued education, long-term relationships, and sustainable growth, not quick wins or shortcuts. There’s also a bigger mission quietly unfolding. I feel a strong calling on my life, and I’m allowing God to reveal that direction step by step. Alongside real estate, I’m expanding collaborations in real estate, developing new offerings within my cottage bakery, creating meaningful content throughout, and most importantly, deepening my relationship with God and His Word. What I want readers to know is that my work isn’t about chasing success — it’s about honoring the calling placed on my life. Every step, every system, and every relationship is built with intention, faith, and the desire to serve well.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, the three most impactful areas of knowledge in my journey have been integrity, faith-centered trust, and patience — each one shaping not only how I work, but how I grow today and in the future.

Integrity and faith were the foundation. Before any business could flourish, my faith and trust in God had to deepen. I had to learn that even when He is silent, He is still present and working. Trusting that if something is truly His will, it will happen, changed how I approached both success and setbacks. For those early in their journey, my advice is to guard your integrity fiercely. Do the right thing when no one is watching, and build your business on honesty, not shortcuts. Faith isn’t just something you lean on when things go wrong — it’s what steadies you while you’re waiting.

Patience was another essential lesson. I had to learn that growth takes time, and that sowing seeds now doesn’t always come with immediate results. There is a season for planting and a season for harvesting, and trying to rush that process often leads to burnout or disappointment. My advice is to commit to consistency before you expect outcomes. Trust that the work you’re doing today matters, even if you can’t see the results just yet.

The hard skill I had to learn though — and am still refining today — is my time management. Entrepreneurship quickly teaches you that freedom requires structure and discipline. Without intentional systems, it’s easy to feel busy without being productive. For those just starting out, begin developing strong habits early. Protect your time, set boundaries, and remember that discipline creates the space for both rest and growth. But the knowledge that shifted everything for me was understanding the difference between short-term wins and long-term success, paired with learning to trust God’s timing instead of trying to force outcomes. Early on, it’s tempting to chase quick results, but lasting impact is built slowly and intentionally. When I stopped trying to control every outcome and instead focused on obedience and preparation, clarity soon followed.

If I could offer one overarching piece of advice, it would be this: grow yourself before you grow your business. When your foundation is strong, everything built on top of it has the opportunity to last exponentially.

Any advice for folks feeling overwhelmed?

Everyone experiences overwhelm differently, and learning to recognize your own signs is the first step toward managing it. For me, the sense of being overwhelmed mainly shows up as mental fog and forgetfulness. My emotions feel scattered, my focus disappears, and sometimes even finding the motivation to get out of bed and finding my purpose in the day feels heavy. It usually surfaces during seasons where I haven’t managed my time well, when things feel overly busy, or when uncertainty makes it hard to tell which way is up and which way is down. When I recognize those signs — and I’ve learned to recognize them quickly — the first thing I do is pause. I take a breath and go into prayer, asking God for peace, clarity, wisdom for the next steps, and the strength to keep going. That pause is essential. It reminds me that I don’t have to figure everything out all at once and it grounds me.

Practically, I reach for a notebook, a pen, and do a full “brain dump.” I write down everything that’s swirling in my mind down. Seeing it on paper allows me to separate what feels overwhelming from what actually needs my attention, and then I can begin to prioritize. If the overwhelm is anxiety-driven, I return to Scripture — especially Psalm 23 — and remind myself that I am not walking through anything alone. Sometimes the best thing I can do is step away briefly. I’ll take a short break in a quiet, less stimulating space so I can reset and come back stronger. When I need support, the first person I turn to is my husband — whether that’s for advice, encouragement, a helping hand, or simply reassurance that I don’t have to carry everything myself.

I remind myself daily of my worth and that I don’t have to do everything or control every outcome. Letting go has been a lesson in trust — trusting God enough to place what I can’t manage into His hands. My advice to anyone feeling overwhelmed is this: stop worrying about what you can’t control and start trusting the Lord with it. Learn your personal warning signs, set your boundaries, and give yourself permission to say no. Focus on what you can do today, not everything that feels urgent all at once.

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