Why I Am Choosing To Teach Digital Skills

At the beginning of this year, I decided I wanted to step into supporting individuals who were interested in launching remote work careers. But 50-plus calls booked in Q1 by aspiring remote workers gave me a brand-new challenge. One I needed to act on as a matter of urgency.

What am I talking about? Keep reading…

Every day, I find myself standing between two worlds.

On one side, amazing business owners trying to navigate a digital world that feels overwhelming and align it with their day-to-day business operations. On the other, passionate individuals dreaming of remote work but unsure how to meet the demands of a global market. I realised that what connects these two groups is a common challenge: a digital skills gap that quietly limits potential and progress.

This gap isn’t just inconvenient. It can be costly. It slows down innovation, stifles business growth, holds back careers, and leaves too many people feeling like the digital world is passing them by.

But here’s the good news. Skills can be taught, confidence with digital tools can be built, and opportunity is still very much within reach. That’s why I’ve decided to show up in this space to help demystify the digital world, empower others with practical digital tools, and create a bridge where people can move forward with clarity and confidence.

As someone who works in tech and product development, I often have the privilege of presenting digital solutions to business owners and team. These are systems that could save them time, money, or give them back their peace of mind.

But every now and then, I see a familiar look in their eyes: confusion, doubt, or even quiet panic. Not because the solution doesn’t work, but because no one ever walked with them through how it works.

I honestly don’t like it when business owners say things like, “Just do it!” without having a foundational understanding of why it’s being done.

Assuming that everyone is somewhat “tech-savvy” can become a barrier, leaving many brilliant, capable people feeling left out of the conversation on digital upskilling. Personally, I feel that’s not OK.

On the other side, I meet amazing, motivated, and hardworking individuals who want to serve clients remotely. They’ve got the attitude, they’ve got the drive. But they’re unsure how to use digital tools, structure their workflow, or even present their digital skills confidently online.

The dream of working remotely quickly turns into frustration or imposter syndrome.

There’s so much talent. So much potential. But potential alone isn’t enough, right? We need to pair it with preparation.

I’m choosing to teach digital skills because I believe this is where real transformation happens. Not just for the sake of learning more tools but to give people options.

I want to help small business owners feel more in control.

I want to help remote work hopefuls prepare to step into global opportunities.

And I want to make everyday tech tools feel less like a wall, and more like a doorway.

Whether it’s teaching someone how to navigate a bookkeeping platform, automate a business process, build a simple website, or manage digital tasks with ease, I want to be part of that lightbulb moment where things start to click.

I believe everyone deserves to feel confident in this digital age.

I believe digital literacy opens doors both professionally and personally.

And I believe we don’t need to know everything, but we do need to know enough to move forward boldly.

Did you know that East and Southern Africa are estimated to have some of the lowest levels of digitalisation in the world? While there are many factors contributing to this, I believe we each have a role to play in preparing ourselves to tap into the opportunities that digitalisation and digital transformation offer.

We have so much work to do in our region. That’s why I’m making it a personal mission to keep these trainings affordable. I don’t want cost to be the reason someone gives up on themselves or their dreams. I strongly believe everyone deserves a fair shot at learning the skills that can change their story.

If you stick around this space, you’ll find simple, actionable, and encouraging digital skills training programmes designed to help you grow your digital confidence whether you’re running a business or preparing to serve clients remotely.

I’ll share what I know and what I continue to learn, break things down without jargon, and meet you right where you are.

No fluff. No shame. Just support, guidance, and the belief that you can learn this.

Whether you’re a business owner who wants to stop feeling “behind” or an aspiring remote worker looking to step into your next season with confidence, I’m here to help you build the skills to thrive.

Because once the digital world makes sense, a whole new world of possibility opens up.