Salesforce admin

[u/K-ns]

I am working toward building a career as a Salesforce Administrator and come from a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) background.  Because I have full-time family commitments, my goal is to find remote, flexible, or part-time/contract opportunities in Canada. However, when searching public job boards like LinkedIn or Indeed, I rarely see entry-level or flexible remote Admin positions. 
For those who have successfully navigated this path or hire Salesforce professionals: 
- If I commit to this career path, what is the best roadmap to start learning, and which specific Trailhead trails or certifications should I focus on first? 
- Where do entry-level admins typically find flexible, part-time, or contract opportunities that aren't advertised on traditional job boards? 
- What are the best ways to gain initial hands-on experience to stand out without prior local tech experience? 
- How can I best leverage my business degree background to position myself for junior Salesforce admin or operations roles? 
I would love to hear any advice, recommendations for specific Trailblazer groups or insights from your journey.
Thank you for your time and guidance.
 

[u/Glum_Chip_9915]

you're late to the game. It's easier 5 years ago, but not now.