Let’s be honest. I wasn’t the kid dreaming about firewalls or systems architecture. I was the one figuring out how to get my blog posts to rank, troubleshooting slow-loading pages, and wondering whether the basil in the corner needed more sun or just better vibes.

Still, somewhere between studying information systems and pulling weeds, I realised this is all connected. Tech isn’t just code. It’s how we build, share, and scale ideas. And I want to be part of that.

Not by becoming a developer or a full-time techie, but by weaving the technical into the strategic and making it beautiful. Think digital strategy with a gardening mindset.

🧠 Step One: Stack the Skills, Like Compost Layers

Right now, I’m in my growth era. I’m building a toolkit, not a title. I’ve bookmarked the Google IT Support certificate to shore up my fundamentals, a ThinkstCanary security awareness course to stay sharp, and yes, I’m flirting with the idea of an ethical hacking crash course. Not because I want to hack anything, but because it helps to understand how things fall apart so you can build them stronger.

It’s not about switching to tech. It’s about becoming more intentional with the digital tools I already use. Every course is one more layer of compost feeding the roots of what’s next.

📈 Step Two: Be the Strategist, Not Just the Specialist

The roles I gravitate toward aren’t about titles. They’re about impact. SEO lead, digital content strategist, brand whisperer—whatever the label, I want to be the person who understands both the story and the system behind it.

I’m drawn to translating complexity. Helping small businesses make sense of CRM options. Turning messy analytics into useful insights. Fixing broken funnels and simplifying tech stacks. That’s where I thrive.

I don’t want to be just another person shouting about page views. I want to grow digital ecosystems that feel intentional and human. The kind where every keyword has a purpose, and every button click means something.

🌍 Step Three: Work From Anywhere, Stay Rooted

I don’t need to work from a beach resort or live out of a suitcase. I want a life that lets me be present. Whether I’m in Botswana, South Africa, or somewhere in between, I picture workdays that start with watering herbs and end with SEO audits, tea in hand and cats nearby.

Remote doesn’t mean disconnected. For me, it means choosing where I feel most grounded while still being part of something global.

💬 Step Four: Leave the Gate Open Behind Me

Long term, I want to give others the head start I didn’t have. Especially women and young people in underrepresented places. I might run free workshops, write guides, or just share my journey here, openly and honestly.

There’s something powerful in showing the behind-the-scenes. In saying, yes, it’s messy sometimes. But also, yes, it’s possible. You don’t need perfect tech. You need permission to try.

And if I can help plant that seed in someone else’s mind, I’ll consider that a win.

☕ The BrokeBella Take

I don’t have a five-year plan printed on glossy paper. What I have is a teapot on the stove, tabs open to certification courses, a running list of content ideas, and a strong pull toward strategy that feels sustainable.

I want a career that blends creativity, systems thinking, and a little bit of dirt under the fingernails. Something built slowly, intentionally, with a little wildness left in.

If you’re into organic growth, in the garden or on Google, we’re probably on the same wavelength.