You Can & You Will

I did not see myself as a freelancer when I first started. No one has ever dreamed it possible when they were young. I wanted to be a doctor but pursued nursing - then life happened and you go with the flow.

I was in the middle of a panic attack. I finally had the courage to leave the house I shared with my abusive ex of 10 years with 3 kids in tow. My money at the bank was dwindling and I had to sell some of our stuff in order to pay for the house we are renting. I was in despair. I was depressed. I was angry and I had anxiety attacks. I felt like I was going mad.

It was one of the scariest moments of my life. It was also the most life-changing.

I was referred to my first online job. I had no experience. I did not know which niche I wanted to pursue and because I needed the money, I said "Yes!"

With a single-minded focus and the NEED to be better at this field of choice, I pushed through the doubts, the voices, and built skills that will help me stand out. I looked for mentors online and studied their niches and skills. I sent out countless applications and finally found the niche that I like the most - digital marketing.

I’m still not an expert in my field but in just a year and a half, I am proud to say I am earning 6 figures. I provide for my kids, I pay for our rent with no help from anyone. And it’s a good feeling to not be restricted anymore.

I found a family in SWAHG. The support is immense and transcends the normal. I found sisters and brothers and people to look up to and people I can rely on. I had found a family that I have always wanted! And even though they are online, I feel bonded to them. That’s why I give back whenever I can by sharing my story and whatever knowledge I gathered on my freelancing journey to success.

I used to feel so small, but SWAHG helped me out of that mindset and showed me the possibilities of online success. It’s easier to believe when you have this kind of support behind you but you cannot stop believing in yourself too.

The hardest battle is the war in your head - that voice that tells you that you can’t. You have to learn to ignore that and push on. You can and you will - let that be your mantra.

My journey has just started and I’m looking forward to all the possibilities and opportunities it is opening up for me and my kids. It’s going to be one heck of an adventure!

To SWAHG and the future!