I got a job in a non-technical company that needed someone in a somewhat-technical role. Then took initiative to make my own role more technical and drive the c

I got a job in a non-technical company that needed someone in a somewhat-technical role. Then took initiative to make my own role more technical and drive the company forward technically (which they liked because it opened up opportunities for them). Got a title change that reflected where I wanted to be going with my career. Then I was able to apply to fully technical jobs and point to a few years of experience.