ANNOUNCEMENT: FutureSkill is now MonetizeSkills
I've been quiet these past weeks because I've been working intensely on something new. Today, I'm excited to share it with you.
My Journey to MonetizeSkills
Over the past three years, my life became a laboratory, and I was the guinea pig. I ran countless experiments to see how professionals could earn more from the skills they already have. I invested tens of thousands of dollars, 20,000+ hours, took over 100 courses, and joined nearly a dozen communities full of others running their own experiments.
The result? I've developed 100 ways to monetize your existing expertise without leaving your full-time job. This is exactly the information I wish I'd had during my corporate career. While I have no regrets about leaving that world behind, I would have navigated my career very differently had I known then what I know now.
Why I Made the Switch
When I first started writing FutureSkill, my focus was on skills professionals would need someday. But that "someday" arrived sooner than anyone imagined. AI agents, new work models, and the sudden disappearance of previously stable career paths have shifted the real question to:
“How can experienced professionals earn more right now without adding a 60‑hour side hustle or leaving the job that pays the bills?”
The phrase "future of work" no longer feels relevant as the traditional white-collar world is unraveling before our eyes.
Accounting will be unrecognizable in less than two years as AI agents handle 80% of current tasks.
Legal work is transforming rapidly.
Medicine is on the cusp of dramatic change.
IT has already transformed drastically in the past six months.
What's New: The MonetizeSkills Ecosystem
I've created a structured yet flexible ecosystem to help you navigate this new reality:
1. 100-Idea Directory (Free)
Browse practical, step-by-step ways to monetize your existing skills without side-hustle burnout.
2. Resource Directory (Free)
A curated library of trusted tools, platforms, and networks that simplify your path to extra income.
3. Strategic Skill Monetization Guide ($99, lifetime updates)
A worksheet-driven process to narrow 100+ ideas down to the 2-3 that fit your unique skills, schedule, and interests. You'll also receive lifetime updates as I continue refining this framework.
4. Personalized 1:1 Guidance (Limited Availability)
For direct, personalized support, I'm opening a few slots each month to help you find income opportunities tailored specifically to you.
The New Newsletter Format
Every Wednesday, you’ll receive:
One actionable monetization idea you can test within hours
One vetted resource to simplify execution
That's it, a quick, practical read designed specifically for busy professionals. With 100 ideas ready to go, my content roadmap is set for the next two years.
My Core Philosophy
Here's the single most important thing I've learned:
“The best way to find your ideal path is through low-risk experimentation when you still have a full-time job.”
Start experimenting now, while financial pressure isn't a factor. Discover what truly fits your interests, your schedule, and your strengths.
What To Do Next
Explore the Idea Directory: Most won't appeal to you, but identify 2-3 ideas that make you pause and think, "Huh, that’s interesting."
Pick One Idea: Try implementing it over the next month.
Make It a Goal: Test a handful of these ideas in 2025. You might be surprised at what you learn about yourself.
I'd Love Your Feedback
This is just the beginning. Your insights and experiences will shape how MonetizeSkills evolves. Please share what's helpful and where you get stuck. I read every reply.
I hope MonetizeSkills inspires you and sparks ideas for creating new options on your own terms, without quitting your job.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
P.S. If you know someone who might benefit from these resources, please forward this email. Many talented professionals have no idea they're already sitting on skills they could monetize today.
Congrats Alina! 🎉 Looks great 👏