You’ve probably thought about starting something on the side—maybe even Googled “easy side hustles” or saved a TikTok that promised you could make $5,000 a month selling digital planners.

But then life happened.

The PTA needed cupcakes.

Work ran late.

Someone got pink eye.

This challenge is for that version of you.

The version who wants to make more money, build real wealth, and maybe even change the game for your family—but doesn’t have 20 hours a week or startup cash lying around.

Over the next 5 days, I’ll show you how to go from “vaguely interested” to “I actually launched something”—in just one hour a day.

No fluff.

No finance bro vibes.

No judgment.

Just a doable plan that respects your time, your brain space, and the fact that your kid is probably asking for snacks right now.

From One Parent to Another

Skip Maloney is the owner of Knocked-up Money, an executive, entrepreneur, investor, and proud Girl Dad.

With more than 25 years of experience leading businesses and making complex strategic decisions, Skip brings a practical perspective to money, investing, entrepreneurship, and building long-term wealth.

As a father, he understands that financial decisions look a little different once kids enter the picture. Through Knocked-up Money, Skip helps parents make smarter money decisions, create more income, and build a stronger financial future for their families.

More About Me (if curious)

You can also reach me directly at skip@knockedupmoney.com.

What You’ll Learn

In this 5-day challenge, you’ll learn how to:

✅ Find your money-making skills (you already have them—you just need to see them through a money lens)

✅ Validate your idea fast so you don’t waste time building something nobody wants

✅ Create an offer people actually want to buy (without needing a website or a brand deck)

✅ Launch soft and scrappy—using what you already have (DMs, posts, convos)

✅ Set up a repeatable system that earns you money every week without taking over your life

This isn’t theory.

It’s real action, broken into 5 simple steps you can knock out in about an hour a day.

📬 What Do I Get Each Day?

For five days, you’ll get one short, no-fluff email that shows you exactly what to do that day—nothing overwhelming, nothing that eats up your schedule.

Just one clear action step you can knock out in about an hour (or less, honestly).

This challenge is designed for real-life, middle-of-the-chaos parents who want to finally start making money—not just read about it.

Here’s the breakdown:

We’re kicking things off by helping you spot the skills you're already sitting on—the ones that people will pay you for, even if they seem “obvious” to you.
Whether it’s organizing digital files, writing killer Instagram captions, or just being a patient human who can teach math, we’ll surface 1–2 high-potential skills you can monetize quickly.
Goal: You’ll walk away knowing exactly what you can offer—and have a short list of ideas to choose from. No more guessing.n text goes here
Before you spend a single second building a website, naming your business, or agonizing over fonts… let’s make sure someone actually wants what you’re offering.
I’ll walk you through super simple ways to test demand—using real conversations, fast research, and no-pressure social posts. You’ll feel way more confident moving forward (or you’ll pivot smarter).
Goal: You’ll get quick, real-world feedback to know if your idea has legs—and what to tweak before moving ahead.
Now it’s time to turn your skill into an actual offer. This doesn’t mean creating a sales page or running ads.
We’re talking one paragraph that says: “Here’s who I help, here’s what I do, and here’s how to get started.”
You’ll get a fill-in-the-blanks framework to write it fast—and examples to follow. Spoiler: This part feels really good.
Goal: You’ll finish the day with a legit, ready-to-share offer you can pitch through DMs, texts, emails, or posts.
You don’t need a perfect launch plan. You need momentum.
Today’s the day you share your offer somewhere—a text to a friend, a post in a Facebook group, an IG story, or a conversation with someone who could use your help.
I'll give you word-for-word scripts so you're not staring at a blinking cursor.
Goal: You’ll get your first offer into the world—and open the door to your first paying client, customer, or lead.
Now that you’ve launched, it’s time to keep things rolling—without making it your new full-time job.
Today, I’ll help you map out a weekly system that fits into your actual life.
You’ll learn how to batch tasks, automate what you can, and stay consistent (even when school drop-off takes an hour).
Goal: You’ll leave with a 1–2 hour weekly system that keeps your side hustle running without running you into the ground.

Ready to Make More Money—Without Sacrificing Your Sanity?

Join the free 5-Hour Side Hustle Challenge and I’ll send Day 1 straight to your inbox.

It’s practical. It’s doable. And it’s built specifically for parents like you.

👉 Enter your email below to get started.

Let’s turn your skills into income—one hour at a time.

**🛑 What You Don’t Need To Get Started:**

❌ A website

❌ A business degree

❌ A massive audience

❌ More hours in your day

All you need is a sliver of motivation and your email address.

No spam. No scams. No finance bro vibes.

Just honest, tactical, parent-approved advice.

100% free. You can unsubscribe anytime.

Disclaimer: All of the information found on this site is for educational purposes only, it should not be considered financial, tax, or legal advice. Consult a financial professional before making any major financial decisions.