The fastest way is to build something real. Start a small blog, run a social media page, or help a local business with their online presence for free. These things become your portfolio. Employers care more about what you have actually done than where you studied. You can also take free or low-cost courses on platforms like Google or HubSpot that give recognised certificates. Apply for entry-level or assistant roles and be honest about where you are in your learning. What do you think matters more to employers when hiring someone new to digital marketing?